Principal TPM: Automation & Robotics Deployment Leader

Kforce Inc; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce Inc. is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager to lead large-scale automation and robotics deployment programs across multiple sites.

This role drives technical program execution from NPI through deployment, launch readiness, and ongoing support, partnering with engineering, product, manufacturing, and supply chain to deliver integrated project plans and successful outcomes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, strategic planning, risk management, and

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading complex technical programs in automation/robotics or capital equipment environments.
• 7+ years program management with ownership of large-scale initiatives.
• Expertise in NPI, product development, systems integration, and deployment programs.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders.
• PMP preferred; BS in Engineering; MS/MBA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-site automation and robotics deployment programs across locations.
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, critical paths, dependencies, and mitigation plans.
• Coordinate software, controls, hardware, systems, manufacturing, and operations teams to meet scope and schedule.
• Drive site-by-site deployment planning, launch readiness, and program execution across a multi-location program.
• Manage technical development, integration, testing, and deployment of complex systems; facilitate risk mitigation and cross-functional decisions.
• Establish and improve program management processes, governance, and reporting; provide executive-level updates.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional

Risk management

Executive communication

Project planning

Education

BS in Engineering

MS/MBA preferred

Job description

Kforce Inc. is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager to lead large-scale automation and robotics deployment programs across multiple sites.

This role drives technical program execution from NPI through deployment, launch readiness, and ongoing support, partnering with engineering, product, manufacturing, and supply chain to deliver integrated project plans and successful outcomes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, strategic planning, risk management, and