Robotics & Automation Program Lead (Multi-Site)

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead the strategy, governance and performance of all robotic and automated systems across multiple facilities.

This role shapes the automation roadmap, oversees major deployments and ensures robotics becomes a core strength in the logistics network. The candidate will build standards, manage budgets and collaborate with senior operations leadership to align automation with business needs, while mentoring engineering teams across

Qualifications

• Must have leadership experience overseeing multi-site automation or robotics programs.
• Deep knowledge of industrial robotics, PLCs, sensors and systems integration.
• Proven ability to build strategy, manage budgets and deliver large-scale automation projects.

Responsibilities

• Set the long-term automation and robotics strategy for multiple sites.
• Build standards for robotics platforms, controls, safety and technology adoption.
• Lead design, evaluation and rollout of new robotic and automated systems.
• Oversee uptime, reliability and lifecycle planning for all robotics across the network.
• Partner with senior operations leadership to align automation with business needs.
• Develop and mentor engineering and technical teams across sites.
• Establish governance around system changes, documentation and safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Robotics

Systems integration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC programming

SCADA

Job description

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead the strategy, governance and performance of all robotic and automated systems across multiple facilities.

This role shapes the automation roadmap, oversees major deployments and ensures robotics becomes a core strength in the logistics network. The candidate will build standards, manage budgets and collaborate with senior operations leadership to align automation with business needs, while mentoring engineering teams across