Mechanical Engineering Manager - Warehouse Automation

About the role

As a Mechanical Engineering Manager (internally titled: Hardware Integration Manager), you will lead a team responsible for integrating Exotec's robotics solutions with third-party warehouse automation technologies across North America. You will drive project execution, support key client engagements, and help expand Exotec's capabilities as a leading warehouse automation integrator.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Hardware Integration Engineers, supporting performance, engagement, and career growth.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain engineering talent while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Define and drive the strategic direction of the Hardware Integration function across North America.
• Establish and improve engineering methodologies, deployment processes, and integration best practices.
• Ensure the successful delivery of hardware integration studies, designs, and customer solutions.
• Serve as a senior technical escalation point for complex integration and deployment challenges.
• Lead the integration of Exotec technologies with third-party automation systems, including conveyors, sortation equipment, scanners, packaging systems, and other warehouse technologies.
• Partner closely with Project Management, Software Integration, Sales, Deployment, and Operations teams to support successful project delivery.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and act as a senior technical representative throughout project execution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, customer satisfaction, and scalability.
• Support supplier management, equipment selection, and third-party technology integration efforts.
• Operate as a "working manager," balancing team leadership with direct involvement in customer projects and critical technical initiatives.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in warehouse automation, material handling, intralogistics, systems integration, or a related industry with 3+ years of experience leading technical or engineering teams.
• Strong client-facing experience and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience integrating third-party automation equipment and technologies.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and materials handling workflows.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel as required to support client projects and business needs.

Preferred Experience, Skills, & Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience working for a warehouse automation integrator or material handling solutions provider.
• Experience leading engineering, integration, or deployment organizations.
• Experience with large-scale automation implementation projects.
• Supplier management experience.
• Continuous improvement or operational excellence leadership experience.

Benefits

A competitive compensation package, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous vacation and time off policy, and a 401(k) with company match up to 5%. Beautiful, newly renovated office space in Midtown Atlanta.