Technical Project Manager - Robotics & Fulfillment Systems

Overview

On Site
BASED ON EXPERIENCE
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 4+ mo(s)

Skills

PROJECT MANAGEMENT
TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
CAD MODELS
SOFTWARE SYSTEMS

Job Details

Technical Project Manager - Robotics & Fulfillment Systems

Location: Onsite in the Detroit area preferred, but open to candidates based in Austin, Boston, or Seattle

Contract: 4-month W2

Pay Rate: $48-$55/hour (based on experience)

Schedule: Full-time, 75%-100% travel required

Russell Tobin & Associates is supporting a global e-commerce leader known for its innovation in automation and robotics as they scale their fulfillment center operations. We re looking for a highly driven Project Manager with strong technical aptitude and a passion for working in the field. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy collaborating across mechanical, electrical, and IT systems, this is the opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead coordination and execution of complex technical projects across fulfillment and robotics systems.
  • Set project timelines, assign responsibilities, and track key deliverables.
  • Monitor, summarize, and report on project progress for upper-level stakeholders.
  • Drive site-level issue resolution using technical drawings and CAD models (including 3D clash detection reports).
  • Partner with cross-functional teams on site acceptance testing, performance monitoring, and operational readiness.
  • Travel extensively to various fulfillment sites to provide onsite leadership (75%-100%).

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor s degree in Engineering or related STEM field.
  • 3+ years of experience working with mechanical, electrical, IT networked, or software systems.
  • 2+ years of experience reading technical drawings/CAD models to resolve site issues.
  • 2+ years of experience in field-based environments (construction, manufacturing, or warehouse settings).
  • 1+ year of hands-on robotics systems troubleshooting or similar complex systems testing.
  • 1+ year using business intelligence/data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau).
  • Valid U.S. driver s license required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, HTTP).
  • Experience in a role requiring 50%+ travel.
  • Familiarity with LEAN or Six Sigma principles (certifications are a plus).
  • History of using data-driven insights to drive decisions.
  • Proactive, self-directed attitude with a bias for action.

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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