Senior Automation Architect — Robotics & AGV/AMR Systems

Valor Front; New Jersey; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor Front is seeking a Lead Automation Solutions Architect (Robotics, AGV/AMR and Systems Integration) in Central New Jersey. This senior role defines architecture across robotics, AGVs/AMRs, machine vision, and controls, guiding integration programs from first-site visit to acceptance testing.

You will own technology strategy and partner coordination. The position demands 10+ years in automation, hands-on robotics, and systems integration, with a strong leadership, communication, and

Qualifications

• 10+ years in industrial automation, systems integration, robotics, or AGV/AMR tech.
• Experience architecting integrated systems, not just subsystems.
• Hands-on robotics, including cells, tooling, safety, and deployment.
• Experience with PLC-based automation, controls and networking, and HMI/SCADA.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve architecture for integrated automation systems (robotics, AGVs/AMRs, material handling, controls, software, machine vision, safety).
• Set up system architecture and execution plan in 30–60 days.
• Build and commission a prototype at client site within ~6 months.
• Partner with integrators and suppliers to tie technologies into one system.
• Define requirements, interfaces, and roadmaps for repeatable deployments.
• Lead cross-functional teams and influence decisions without direct authority.
• Engage with customers to translate workflows into practical solutions.
• Support concept development, proposals, and site testing.
• Guide testing, validation, and field acceptance testing at sites.
• Evaluate new technologies and drive program improvements.

Skills

Industrial automation

Robotics

Systems integration

PLC automation

HMI/SCADA

Technical leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, Systems Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Revit

Simplify3D

ABB

FANUC

Omron

Job description

Valor Front is seeking a Lead Automation Solutions Architect (Robotics, AGV/AMR and Systems Integration) in Central New Jersey. This senior role defines architecture across robotics, AGVs/AMRs, machine vision, and controls, guiding integration programs from first-site visit to acceptance testing.

You will own technology strategy and partner coordination. The position demands 10+ years in automation, hands-on robotics, and systems integration, with a strong leadership, communication, and