Director of Robotics & Advanced Automation Programs

Jobtailor; New Jersey; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in New Jersey seeks a senior Robotics Program Leader to drive a portfolio of robotics and autonomous automation initiatives from concept through implementation. You will define scope, evaluate technologies, and develop practical solutions aligned to manufacturing and supply chain goals.

You will guide design, integration, and deployment of robotics systems, supervise external vendors, coach engineers, and lead programs across multiple sites to deliver scalable, GMP-compliant automation

Qualifications

• 8+ years in robotics, automation, manufacturing, biotech or pharma.
• Experience leading robotics projects in regulated environments.
• Experience with industrial robotics platforms and integration.
• Experience with machine vision or AI-enabled automation preferred.
• Experience applying Deep Learning / Machine Learning models.
• GMP/regulatory manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with commissioning, qualification, validation, and capital projects.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Ability to lead change and influence stakeholders with problem-solving.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• Visa sponsorship available; travel up to 50% may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead robotics and automation programs from concept to implementation.
• Define scope, evaluate technologies, and develop practical solutions.
• Guide design and deployment of robotics systems and integration.
• Support simulation studies, commissioning, qualification, and startup.
• Direct engineering firms, integrators, and vendors to meet objectives.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, and Supply Chain.

Skills

Robotics Leadership

Industrial Robotics

Deep Learning

Machine Learning

GMP Compliance

Capital Projects

System Integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree

Tools

Machine Vision

Industrial Automation

Job description

Jobtailor in New Jersey seeks a senior Robotics Program Leader to drive a portfolio of robotics and autonomous automation initiatives from concept through implementation. You will define scope, evaluate technologies, and develop practical solutions aligned to manufacturing and supply chain goals.

You will guide design, integration, and deployment of robotics systems, supervise external vendors, coach engineers, and lead programs across multiple sites to deliver scalable, GMP-compliant automation