Advanced Robotic Systems Lead

India; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

India is seeking an Advanced Robotic Systems Lead to drive strategic development and deployment of next-generation robotic technologies across industrial environments. The role emphasizes Industry 5.0 enablement, safety governance, and high-performing team leadership.

The leader will translate innovation into scalable industrial applications, oversee full project lifecycles, and ensure alignment with business priorities to maximize ROI and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in robotics, mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, or related field.
• Experience leading a team and managing direct employees.
• 8+ years in robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing systems (industrial setting preferred).

Responsibilities

• Define and steer the robotics innovation strategy and roadmaps.
• Oversee end-to-end lifecycle of robotics initiatives from concept to deployment.
• Ensure KPI-driven governance to improve throughput and reduce losses.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and safety governance per ISO standards.
• Build and mentor a multidisciplinary technical organization.
• Guide the convergence of robotics with IT/OT architectures for data-driven operations.

Skills

Strategic foresight

Innovation leadership

Cross-functional influence

Decision-making under complexity

Change management

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Robotics/Mechatronics/Engineering

Master's or PhD in Robotics/Automation/AI

Tools

Vision systems

Simulation

Digital twins

Virtual commissioning

Job description

Mission

The Advanced Robotic Systems Lead drives the strategic development and deployment of next‑generation robotic technologies—such as humanoids, intelligent AMRs, and multi-mobile robotic ecosystems—to enhance operational excellence, product quality, and workplace safety across industrial environments. The role ensures that robotics becomes a competitive advantage, accelerating the company’s transition toward Industry 5.0.

Core Leadership Responsibilities

• Technology Vision & Roadmap Define and steer the company’s robotics innovation strategy, identifying disruptive solutions (AI-enabled robotics, advanced vision systems, intelligent sensing) and translating them into scalable industrial applications.
• End-to-End Program Leadership Oversee the full lifecycle of advanced robotics initiatives—from concept and simulation to industrial deployment—ensuring alignment with business priorities and maximizing ROI.
• Operational Performance & Productivity Guarantee performance excellence of robotic systems, leveraging KPI‑driven governance (efficiency, cycle time, system uptime) to improve throughput and reduce operational losses.
• Regulatory Compliance & Safety Governance Ensure all robotic applications comply with international safety standards (e.g., ISO 10218, Machinery Directive), establishing a robust risk‑management and safety framework.
• High‑Performing Team Leadership Build, mentor, and empower a multidisciplinary technical organization (robotics engineers, automation experts, PLC/robot programmers), fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Digital Integration & Industry 5.0 Enablement Guide the convergence of robotics with enterprise IT/OT architectures, enabling data‑driven operations, autonomous decision‑making, and collaborative human‑robot work environments.

Executive Competencies

• Strategic Foresight Ability to detect emerging trends in robotics and translate them into competitive advantage.
• Innovation Leadership Proven track record in introducing frontier technologies into complex industrial settings.
• Cross‑Functional Influence Skilled in aligning engineering, operations, IT, and safety organizations toward shared transformation goals.
• Decision‑Making Under Complexity Comfortable managing high‑impact, multi‑site, technology‑intensive programs.
• Change Management Ability to lead organizational transformation linked to automation and advanced robotics adoption.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering field
• Minimum 8 years of experiencein robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing systems (automotive or industrial environment preferred)
• Experience leading a team and managing direct employees.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Robotics, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, or related field
• Knowledgeofautomotive manufacturing processes and plant operations
• Experience in:
  • Vision systems and perception (AI/ML applied to robotics)
  • Human-robot collaboration (cobotics)
  • Experience withrobot simulation, digital twins, or virtual commissioning tools

Key Skills

• Strong ability to translate innovation into deployable industrial solutions
• Expertise in end-to-end project lifecycle (concept → pilot → industrialization → deployment)
• Leadership & stakeholder management across engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers
• Advanced analytical, synthesis, and problem‑solving capabilities
• Agile mindset with experience in fast‑paced innovation environments
• Familiarity withFunctional Safety (ISO 10218 / ISO 13849 / ISO 26262)
• Fluent English