Systems Project Engineer - Warehouse Automation & Robotics

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary technical interface between Exotec and the client throughout solution deployment, leading technical discussions and driving alignment across all stakeholders.
• Lead the integration of Exotec solutions into client warehouse environments, ensuring software, automation equipment, and operational processes are delivered as a cohesive solution.
• Facilitate discussions with client WMS, IT, Operations, and Engineering teams to gather requirements, resolve technical challenges, and support project execution.
• Define, coordinate, and execute testing strategies, including internal validation, user acceptance testing (UAT), and onsite testing activities.
• Drive software integration activities involving WMS, WCS, APIs, custom developments, and third-party systems.
• Partner closely with Product, Software, Hardware, Design, Project Management, and Operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Translate customer business and operational requirements into clear technical specifications and actionable development deliverables.
• Develop and maintain integration documentation, test plans, system specifications, and client-facing technical documentation.
• Identify technical, operational, and integration risks early, proactively driving mitigation plans and corrective actions.
• Lead client-facing reviews, workshops, demonstrations, and testing sessions while maintaining a high standard of technical credibility and professionalism.
• Support commissioning and go-live activities, providing onsite leadership during critical project phases.
• Ensure compliance with Exotec engineering standards, deployment processes, and quality expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentor peers and contribute to the continuous improvement of integration methodologies, testing processes, and deployment processes.

Requirements

• We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all genders to help us build a truly inclusive environment.
• 5+ years of experience in systems integration, software integration, solutions engineering, technical project delivery, or a similar customer-facing technical role.
• Experience within warehouse automation, material handling, intralogistics, distribution, fulfillment, supply chain, or related industries.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or adjacent field of study.
• A strong understanding of WMS and system integration concepts.
• Experience leading technical discussions with customers and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Knowledge of software development processes and testing methodologies.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel as required during deployment, testing, and go-live phases.

Preferred Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working for a warehouse automation integrator or material handling solutions provider.
• Hands-on experience with SQL, PostgreSQL, JavaScript, APIs, web technologies, or similar integration tools.
• Product Owner experience or familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Scrum Product Owner and/or PMP certification.