Develop robotic system concepts including robot selection, cell layouts, material handling approaches, end‑of‑arm tooling concepts, safety concepts, and overall system architecture.
Incorporate supporting automation elements (conveyors, vision systems, controls, peripheral equipment) as required to complete the robotic solution.
Create concept layouts, preliminary designs, and technical narratives to support proposals.
Assess technical feasibility, risks, assumptions, and integration constraints.
Support internal costing and quoting efforts with accurate technical input.
Serve as the technical lead during proposal reviews and transition projects to engineering and project management teams.
Sales & Business Development Support
Support the technical portion of the sales cycle from initial engagement through proposal delivery.
Partner with Sales to identify, develop, and grow robotic automation opportunities with new and existing customers.
Present robotic system concepts, automation strategies, and ROI justification to customers and internal stakeholders.
Verify scope alignment, technical accuracy, and readiness prior to sales order release.
Maintain accurate technical notes, opportunity data, and activity tracking in the CRM system.
Attend customer meetings, sales events, and trade shows as required.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent hands on automation experience.
Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial robotics, automation integration, applications engineering, or technical sales.
Strong experience with robotic systems and automated manufacturing cells.
Working knowledge of PLC‑based control systems, HMIs, industrial sensing technologies, and system safety concepts.
Experience evaluating manufacturing processes and developing robotic automation concepts.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or 3D CAD tools.
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production metrics, and automation ROI.
Experience developing technical proposals and system concepts.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts to both engineering teams and executive stakeholders.
Highly organized, self‑driven, and capable of managing multiple concurrent opportunities.
CRM experience preferred.
Valid driver’s license and US Passport required
Ability to travel 30–50% both domestic and internationally
