What You'll DoAs a Mechanical Engineering Manager (internally titled: Hardware Integration Manager), you will lead a team responsible for integrating Exotec's robotics solutions with third-party warehouse automation technologies across North America. As both a people leader and technical expert, you will drive project execution, support key client engagements, and help expand Exotec's capabilities as a leading warehouse automation integrator.
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Hardware Integration Engineers, supporting performance, engagement, and career growth.
- Recruit, onboard, and retain engineering talent while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
- Define and drive the strategic direction of the Hardware Integration function across North America.
- Establish and improve engineering methodologies, deployment processes, and integration best practices.
- Ensure the successful delivery of hardware integration studies, designs, and customer solutions.
- Serve as a senior technical escalation point for complex integration and deployment challenges.
- Lead the integration of Exotec technologies with third-party automation systems, including conveyors, sortation equipment, scanners, packaging systems, and other warehouse technologies.
- Partner closely with Project Management, Software Integration, Sales, Deployment, and Operations teams to support successful project delivery.
- Build trusted relationships with clients and act as a senior technical representative throughout project execution.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, customer satisfaction, and scalability.
- Support supplier management, equipment selection, and third-party technology integration efforts.
- Operate as a "working manager," balancing team leadership with direct involvement in customer projects and critical technical initiatives.
RequirementsWe strongly encourage applications from candidates of all genders to help us build a truly inclusive environment. If you don't meet every requirement listed below, don't worry-your skills and experiences may still make you a great fit!
- 10+ years of experience in warehouse automation, material handling, intralogistics, systems integration, or a related industry with 3+ years of experience leading technical or engineering teams
- Experience delivering complex automation, deployment, or systems integration projects
- Strong client-facing experience and stakeholder management skills
- Experience integrating third-party automation equipment and technologies
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations and materials handling workflows
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to travel as required to support client projects and business needs
Preferred Experience, Skills, & Qualifications- 15+ years of relevant industry experience
- Experience working for a warehouse automation integrator or material handling solutions provider
- Experience leading engineering, integration, or deployment organizations
- Experience with large-scale automation implementation projects
- Supplier management experience
- Continuous improvement or operational excellence leadership experience
Benefits- Competitive compensation package, inclusive of salary & annual bonus potential
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- Generous vacation and time off policy
- 401(k) with company match up to 5%
- Continuous opportunities for training and development within an international organization
- Beautiful, newly renovated office space in Midtown Atlanta
