Robotics Project Manager

Overview

GCG Automation & Factory Solutions (AFS) is seeking a Robotics Project Manager to join our Robotics team and continue to strengthen our division's ability to provide total manufacturing automation solutions!

In this hands-on, customer-facing role, you’ll be responsible for leading robotics and autonomous mobile robot (AMR) projects from kickoff through commissioning and closeout. As a Robotics Project Manager at GCG Automation & Factory Solutions, you’ll serve as the central point of accountability for project execution—working closely with engineering, operations, vendors, and customers to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to defined technical and safety requirements.

You’ll stay close to both the technology and the customer, balancing detailed execution with clear communication and strong project leadership. This role is well suited for a solid, execution-focused project manager who enjoys being directly involved in automation projects and takes pride in delivering high-quality robotics solutions.

While this role requires up to 50% travel to facilitate onsite testing and project oversight work, we are ideally seeking candidates in the Greater St Louis area to facilitate collaboration with our engineering and commercial teams.

What You’ll Do

• Own end-to-end delivery of robotics and AMR projects ranging from approximately $100K to $1M in revenue

• Develop and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk registers

• Lead project kickoff meetings, design reviews, FATs, SATs, commissioning activities, and customer acceptance

• Coordinate cross-functional internal resources including engineering, controls, software, mechanical, and field service teams

• Manage project changes, scope control, and customer expectations throughout execution

• Coordinate procurement activities and manage vendor compliance to customer and project requirements

• Identify technical, schedule, and commercial risks early and drive mitigation plans

• Track issues, corrective actions, and project KPIs related to schedule, cost, quality, and customer satisfaction

• Provide clear, consistent project status updates to customers and internal leadership

• Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

• Support mentorship and knowledge sharing with less experienced team members as needed

• Perform other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or related field) or equivalent practical experience

• 5+ years of experience managing automation, robotics, or AMR projects

• Hands-on experience working with industrial robotics and automation systems

• Strong understanding of:

  • Industrial robots and AMRs/AGVs, including fleet management concepts

  • PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networks

  • Safety systems, risk assessments, and applicable standards

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and system layouts

• Proven customer-facing communication and leadership skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as project needs require (location and travel expectations to be determined)

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and annual bonus based on company and individual performance

• Comprehensive health coverage with multiple plan options (CDHP and PPO)

• Company-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, and supplemental insurance options

• Generous time off including PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, and compassionate care leave

• Wellness and support programs including EAP resources, wellness incentives, and telehealth

• Additional benefits such as dental and vision coverage, FSAs/HSAs with company contributions, pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection

• A people-first culture that values collaboration, development, and long-term career growth

Our Use of AI in Recruiting

At GCG, we use AI technology to assist with our interviews by automating note-taking, allowing our hiring teams to focus fully on the conversation. This technology supports efficiency and accuracy in capturing candidate insights during interviews but is not used to evaluate resumes. All resume reviews are conducted directly by our corporate recruiting team and hiring managers to ensure a thoughtful, human-centered approach.

About GCG Automation & Factory Solutions

GCG Automation & Factory Solutions is dedicated to advancing the growth of automation and factory solutions across key verticals in North America. With a comprehensive product and service offering that spans the entire automation value chain, our customers trust us as a reliable partner to meet their diverse needs. Our strength lies in our deep technical expertise and specialized knowledge of the products we offer. This enables us to support customers in deploying and delivering high-quality, efficient solutions tailored to their specific requirements. Our commitment to providing an exceptional customer experience—marked by responsiveness, reliability, and personalized service—sets us apart as the supplier of choice in the industry.

GCG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.These duties and responsibilities listed above are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act, or ADA. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Furthermore, the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.