Advanced Robotic Systems Lead

About the role

The Advanced Robotic Systems Lead drives the strategic development and deployment of next‑generation robotic technologies—such as humanoids, intelligent AMRs, and multi-mobile robotic ecosystems—to enhance operational excellence, product quality, and workplace safety across industrial environments. The role ensures that robotics becomes a competitive advantage, accelerating the company’s transition toward Industry 5.0.    Core Leadership Responsibilities: * Technology Vision & Roadmap  Define and steer the company’s robotics innovation strategy, identifying disruptive solutions (AI-enabled robotics, advanced vision systems, intelligent sensing) and translating them into scalable industrial applications.  * End-to-End Program Leadership  Oversee the full lifecycle of advanced robotics initiatives—from concept and simulation to industrial deployment—ensuring alignment with business priorities and maximizing ROI.  * Operational Performance & Productivity  Guarantee performance excellence of robotic systems, leveraging KPI-driven governance (efficiency, cycle time, system uptime) to improve throughput and reduce operational losses.  * Regulatory Compliance & Safety Governance  Ensure all robotic applications comply with international safety standards (e.g., ISO 10218, Machinery Directive), establishing a robust risk‑management and safety framework.  * High-Performing Team Leadership  Build, mentor, and empower a multidisciplinary technical organization (robotics engineers, automation experts, PLC/robot programmers), fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.  * Digital Integration & Industry 5.0 Enablement  Guide the convergence of robotics with enterprise IT/OT architectures, enabling data-driven operations, autonomous decision-making, and collaborative human-robot work environments.    Executive Competencies: * Strategic Foresight: Ability to detect emerging trends in robotics and translate them into competitive advantage.  * Innovation Leadership: Proven track record in introducing frontier technologies into complex industrial settings.  * Cross-Functional Influence: Skilled in aligning engineering, operations, IT, and safety organizations toward shared transformation goals.  * Decision-Making Under Complexity: Comfortable managing high-impact, multi-site, technology-intensive programs.  * Change Management: Ability to lead organizational transformation linked to automation and advanced robotics adoption.  Qualifications Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering field * Minimum 8 years of experience in robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing systems (automotive or industrial environment preferred) * Experience leading a team and managing direct employees. Preferred Qualifications: * Master’s or PhD in Robotics, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, or related field * Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and plant operations * Experience in: * Vision systems and perception (AI/ML applied to robotics) * Human-robot collaboration (cobotics) * Experience with robot simulation, digital twins, or virtual commissioning tools Key Skills: * Strong ability to translate innovation into deployable industrial solutions * Expertise in end-to-end project lifecycle (concept → pilot → industrialization → deployment) * Leadership & stakeholder management across engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers * Advanced analytical, synthesis, and problem-solving capabilities * Agile mindset with experience in fast-paced innovation environments * Familiarity with Functional Safety (ISO 10218 / ISO 13849 / ISO 26262) * Fluent English