Project Manager III

Summary: 

Mujin is the future of industrial robotic systems in production and distribution environments. Our technology gives robots perception and awareness, enabling them to take on more advanced tasks. We aim to revolutionize the use of robotics within industry to free human resources from labor-intensive tasks to focus on more intellectual challenges.

In this Senior Project Manager role, you will lead requirements gathering and design for robotic arm deployments, collaborating closely with sales and engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery. You will be responsible for system design, considering the total solution using end effectors, cameras, vision systems, lighting, pneumatics, robot controllers, and peripheral material handling equipment. With your strong communication skills, you will effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously, providing key feedback on schedule, stack, and resourcing availability. You will play a critical role in driving efficiency within the relevant scope, schedule, and budget of each active project. 

Position Description:

• Lead system design for industrial robot cells, ensuring a comprehensive approach that incorporates various components such as robots, robot controllers, end effectors, material handling equipment, vision systems, cameras, lighting, and pneumatics  
• Assist the sales team to ensure the scope of work is in line with customer specifications and standards 
• Oversee vendors, subcontractors to ensure the equipment/services provided meet project specifications/standards, budget, and schedule/timelines
• Communicate project scope and schedule to internal stakeholders – Integration, Software, Operations, Accounting, and manage resources for the project 
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring successful project delivery within established scope, schedule, and budget 
• Provide valuable insights and feedback on schedule stack and resource availability, effectively addressing project deviations such as change orders and schedule slips 
• Develop project schedules, on-site commissioning plans, Factory Acceptance Test plans, and Site Acceptance Test plans 
• Continuously explore and implement new management methods to enhance quality, reduce costs, and improve delivery efficiency 
• Foster exceptional customer satisfaction for each project, ensuring that commitments are met and expectations are exceeded 
• Provide guidance and mentorship to other project managers, helping them navigate technical and managerial challenges.
•  Determine resource needs for all active and upcoming projects, including those of other managers, balancing personnel, budget, and technology requirements.
• Develop and maintain project dashboards to track the status of all active projects using Wrike.
• Use a project management tool to analyze performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance the efficiency and scalability of robotic solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field 
• 7+ years of experience in the warehouse and logistics or related industry  
• Experience in system, mechanical, or electrical design 
• Proven track record in negotiating with customers 
• Proficient in managing project procurement, including working with technical bid documents and interacting with material handling automation vendors 

Optional:

• Experience in project management, including writing proposals, design specifications, requirement definitions, manuals, and acceptance plans 
• Strong background in the robotics and automation industry, particularly in the logistics or manufacturing sectors 
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD skills 

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:  

• Travel Requirement: Up to 50%, Domestically / Internationally
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to work extended hours as required

This Position Description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements.

Mujin is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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