Robotics Engineer

CEVA Logistics; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Senior Automation Implementation Engineer to lead the installation, configuration, testing, validation, and commissioning of automated fulfillment systems across distribution centers. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and operations to interpret designs and ensure on-time, within-budget delivery while validating performance and safety.

The role demands hands-on execution, strong communication, and willingness to travel up to 50% to sites and

Qualifications

• 7+ years in logistics and distribution with automation exposure.
• Proven deployment and commissioning of automated fulfillment solutions.
• Experience with third-party logistics, omnichannel, and ecommerce fulfillment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, configuration, testing, validation, and commissioning of automated fulfillment systems.
• Collaborate with Automation Implementation Manager, Solutions Design, and vendors to interpret designs.
• Conduct system validation to meet performance, safety, and ops requirements.
• Provide expertise in integrating automation with WMS/WCS/WES.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings, aligning timelines and deliverables.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues during implementation and commissioning.
• Support continuous improvement to boost efficiency, throughput, and reliability.
• Document configurations, changes, and test results per project standards.
• Map and rate potential vendors of emerging warehouse technologies.
• Select vendors and sites for PoC and PoT.
• Support on-site PoC/PoT and ROI reporting.
• Plan scaling across CEVA Contract Logistics with capital requests and rollout.
• Build calculators to assess feasibility across multiple sites.

Skills

Automation integrations

Robotics knowledge

WMS/WCS/WES experience

Data tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering

Tools

WMS

WCS

WES

PLC

SCADA

AMRs

Cobots

AnyLogic

FlexSim

Python

SQL

Power BI

Job description

The Senior Automation Implementation Engineer is responsible for the integration, deployment, commissioning, and optimization of automated fulfilment solutions in new and existing Distribution Centers. This role involves hands‑on implementation, collaboration with cross‑functional teams, and technical problem solving to ensure automation projects are delivered on time, within budget. This role will also be instrumental in demonstrating proof of concept, proof of technology, and scalability of automation.

Lead the installation, configuration, testing, validation, and commissioning of automated fulfillment systems, including AS/RS, Goods‑to‑Person (GTP), AMRs, Cobots, conveyors, and sortation systems.

What are you going to do?

1. Lead the installation, configuration, testing, validation, and commissioning of automated fulfillment systems, including AS/RS, Goods‑to‑Person (GTP), AMRs, Cobots, conveyors, and sortation systems.
2. Collaborate closely with the Automation Implementation Manager, Solutions Design, and external vendors to interpret designs and ensure successful automation implementation.
3. Conduct system validation and testing to ensure automation solutions meet performance criteria, safety standards, and operational requirements.
4. Provide technical expertise during the integration of automation systems with warehouse management systems (WMS), warehouse control systems (WCS), and warehouse execution systems (WES).
5. Participate in cross‑functional project meetings, offering technical input to align automation systems with project timelines and deliverables.
6. Identify and troubleshoot system issues during implementation and commissioning, working with internal teams and vendors to implement corrective actions.
7. Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending and implementing system optimizations to improve efficiency, throughput, and reliability.
8. Document system configurations, changes, and test results to ensure compliance with project documentation standards and facilitate future system maintenance.
9. Map and rate potential vendors of emerging technologies in the warehouse automation sector (e.g., Humanoid Robots, Robot Arms and Collaborative Forklifts).
10. Select vendors and sites/processes to conduct a PoC (Proof of Concept) and PoT (Proof of Technology).
11. Support Operations on site to conduct the PoC and PoT approved.
12. Report the conclusion in the form of ROI estimate and potential cost savings and Lessons Learned after the PoC and PoT.
13. Plan next steps, focused on scaling the technology inside CEVA Contract Logistics. This would include building calculators to determine feasibility over multiple sites, submittal of request for capital, and roll out planning based on high‑level profile analysis through business unit.

What are we looking for?

The knowledge, experience, and skills required to undertake the role at a fully competent level.

Essential Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in logistics and distribution, with at least 5 years working directly with automation systems (e.g., AS/RS, GTP, AMRs, Cobots).
• Proven experience in the deployment and commissioning of automated fulfillment solutions.
• Required experience in third‑party logistics, omnichannel fulfilment, and ecommerce fulfilment solutions.
• Experience in warehouse operations (inbound, outbound, picking, putaway, replenishment).
• Proven experience in process mapping, optimization, and standardization.
• Hands‑on experience in testing and validating processes on‑site.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives, stakeholders, and timelines effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to drive engagement and participation across teams, supporting adoption of new initiatives, tools, or ways of working.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey program objectives, updates, and actions to a range of stakeholders.
• Collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to work independently while aligning closely with wider teams.
• Experience with robotics solutions (AMRs, robotic arms, humanoid robots), R&D or innovation projects, simulation tools (e.g., FlexSim, AnyLogic), PoC, PoT, pilots and scaling of solutions.

Specialist Knowledge & Skills

• In‑depth knowledge of automation systems, including hardware and software integration.
• Experience with WMS, WCS, WES, PLCs, and SCADA systems.
• Strong knowledge of industrial engineering methods (time & motion, standard work, continuous improvement).
• Ability to design, document and standardize operational processes (SOPs).
• Familiarity with AI, automation, or computer vision technologies.
• Experience working with startups or emerging technology vendors.
• Experience with data tools (advanced Excel, Power BI, Python, SQL).

Interpersonal & Communication Skills

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Hands‑on, proactive mindset with ability to engage on‑site with operations team.
• Willingness to travel to warehouses and pilot sites (~50% travel expectation).
• Experience in international and multi‑cultural environments.