Robotics Associate Project Manager
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The Associate Project Manager will Lead the execution of small robotic centric projects with medium complexity and ensure that all related activities are executed in accordance with company procedures, contract specifications, quality standards, health, safety & environment requirements, cost/ profitability targets, and scheduling targets with in Robotics Business Area in Alpharetta, Georgia.
This position reports to

Robotics Operations Manager - Consumer S
Your responsibilities

• Define, jointly with the Project Controls department, all project plan documents, including scope and financial plans, schedule and risk management plans
• Ensures that the project follows execution best practices and ABB policies. Effectively monitors and controls project progress and efficient resource utilization. Monitors and controls project financials, overseeing project invoicing status, cost, expenses and cash flow. Identifies, qualifies, quantifies and manages risk, and ensures that all opportunities are identified and pursued. Captures, analyzes and shares lessons learned throughout the project
• Ensure that the project is formally closed out, as contractually agreed. Drives the formal acceptance of the project, contract close-out and its acknowledgement by the customer. Ensure that the project consistently applies contract and claims management, in accordance with ABB policies and contractual agreements. Coordinates with Supply Chain Management, and successfully procures required services, materials and equipment for the project from external and internal suppliers. Supports Supply Chain Management in negotiations, claims and project changes
• Act as key contact for the customer and an escalation point for project issues. Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and effectively communicates with all stakeholders. Ensure the project follows and complies with company health, safety, and environmental policies

Your background

• A bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering, and 3 years of experience in Project Management, Engineering, automation.
• Open to travel about 25%
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the field of Robotics/Automation. Master's degree and Lean/Six sigma preferred.
• Good understanding of project management techniques, processes and tools with a strong focus on safety and dedication to following workplace safety guidelines.
• Knowledge of Controls/Electrical/instrumentation design, PLC/ HMI/ PC/Robot programming, Simulation, FAT, startup and commissioning of Greenfield and Brownfield projects preferred. Knowledge of mechanical design and standards for logistic applications - Picking, Packing and de/palletizing preferred
• Experience with MS Project or Primavera, ERP systems. Good knowledge of Excel and Power Point
• Candidates must have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the USA

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Medical insurance
• Unpaid leave opportunities

More about us

ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation is a pioneer in robotics, machine automation and digital services, providing innovative solutions for a diverse range of industries, from automotive to electronics to logistics. As one of the world's leading robotics and machine automation suppliers, we have shipped over 500,000 robot solutions. We help our customers of all sizes to increase productivity, flexibility and simplicity and to improve output quality. We support their transition towards the connected and collaborative factory of the future. ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation employs more than 11,000 people at over 100 locations in more than 53 countries. www.abb.com/roboticsWe look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABBABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites:http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdfhttp://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm. http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdfAs an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI-Hybrid