Robotics Automation, Project Manager

SPECTRAFOR is seeking a Robotics Automation Project Manager to support the execution of robotics projects across multiple US sites, including Puerto Rico. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to define project scopes, managing vendor relationships, and leading proof-of-concept projects in regulated environments such as Pharma and biotech.

Responsibilities:

• Support the execution of robotics projects at multiple US sites including Puerto Rico, contributing to planning, implementation, and delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional site teams to clearly define project scope, objectives, and deliverables that align with both business and technical needs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with site teams, stakeholders, and vendors to anticipate challenges, resolve roadblocks, and ensure successful project outcomes across a range of environments—including highly regulated sectors like Pharma, biotech, or similar
• Articulate the value proposition and expected benefits of robotics projects, incorporating productivity, efficiency, safety, and (where relevant) compliance considerations
• Manage vendor and third-party relationships covering selection, procurement, and ongoing evaluation of products and services, while ensuring vendors can meet specific requirements of regulated industries if applicable
• Provide hands-on technical leadership to fill capability gaps within project teams, from requirement gathering to solution delivery and troubleshooting
• Identify and assess opportunities for future robotics projects, leveraging best practices from both industrial and regulated environments to build a long-term project pipeline (e.g., 2027 and beyond)
• Regularly gather input and feedback from each site to guide the organization’s robotics and automation strategy, addressing both operational value and compliance readiness where necessary
• Lead and oversee small-scale proof-of-concept (PoC) projects, including piloting new technologies and approaches in various settings such as manufacturing, logistics, or laboratory environments
• Travel as needed within the US with an ability to adapt to diverse regulatory requirements and operational cultures

Requirements:

• Background in robotics/sales/applications engineering with hands-on experience across leading platforms (e.g., KUKA, FANUC, ABB, UR, MiR, Otto)
• Proven track record deploying robotics in manufacturing, logistics, or laboratory processes—translating operational needs into automated solutions
• Experience in regulated industries (Pharma/biotech/medical devices) with familiarity with GMP, ISO, FDA requirements and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Competence in project documentation, risk assessments, and compliance documentation
• Strong communication and stakeholder management across technical and non-technical teams; adaptable in multicultural, multidisciplinary environments
• Background in robotics engineering, sales engineering, applications engineering, or similar functions, ideally with experience across leading robotics platforms (e.g., Kuka, FANUC, ABB, UR, MiR, Otto, etc.)
• Proven track record of deploying robotics in manufacturing, logistics, or laboratory processes—converting operational needs into effective automated solutions
• Experience working in regulated industries (such as Pharma, biotechnology, or medical devices) is an advantage, particularly familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), ISO, or FDA requirements, and validation processes (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Competence in handling project documentation, risk assessments, and compliance documentation when required
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams worldwide
• Adaptive and open mindset, comfortable working in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams, and in both regulated and unregulated environments