Robotics Project Engineer

Description:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

Company DescriptionSynectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities