Formic · 5 months ago
Robotics Deployment Project Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expFormic is on a mission to revolutionize American manufacturing by making automation accessible to all manufacturers. The Robotics Deployment Project Manager will strategically plan and manage robotics-centric automation solutions for various clients, overseeing deployment processes and collaborating with engineering teams and third-party integrators.
Industrial AutomationManufacturingRoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Strategically plan and manage robotics-centric automation solutions for a variety of different clients and applications, overseeing all aspects of deployment
Support defining project scopes, gathering project requirements, and validating proposals in cooperation with Formic Applications/Solutions Engineers and third party robotics system integrators
Develop and track project plans and monitor progress to ensure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are met
Facilitate the resolution of issues that surface in the deployment process
Play an active role in building, standardizing, and refining our internal processes and operations
Qualification
Required
5+ years of project management experience in technically complex manufacturing environments
3+ years of prior automation/robotics experience
Experience working with industrial robots and/or cobots including Fanuc, Kuka, Yaskawa, ABB, or Universal Robots
Experience working with or for an industrial robotics System Integrator
Strong communication skills (both written and spoken) and ability to influence
Ability to skillfully manage a diverse set of team members and stakeholders
Hunger to learn, grow, and make an impact in a fast-paced environment
Action-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
Willingness to travel up to 35-40% of time in this position
You're located in - or open to relocate to - either the greater Chicago, IL area and work occasionally, as needed, in our Woodridge, IL office
Preferred
Automation experience, including end-of-line automation, robotic palletizing, de-palletizing, and/or case-packing
Benefits
Equity in Formic: Own a meaningful stake in a fast-growing Series A startup, backed by leading global investors
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: 99% covered Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans, with 75% coverage for dependents, provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield and Guardian
Additional Fully Covered Insurance Benefits: FSA & DCFSA, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability through Guardian, all 100% employer-paid
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Fully funded by Formic and provided via Guardian, offering support when you need it most
Paid Parental Leave: Generous parental leave to support our employees and their growing families
Company-sponsored 401(k): Invest in your future with our company-backed retirement savings plan
Home Office Stipend: A one-time allowance for fully remote employees to set up your ideal at-home or on the road work environment
Monthly Cell-Phone Reimbursement: Monthly stipend toward phone and internet expenses
Flexible Time-Off: Take the time you need, when you need it, supported by our flexible PTO policy
Paid Company Holidays: Celebrate important dates with paid time off
Company
Formic
At Formic, we make automation simple. We're dedicated to helping manufacturing businesses across the United States supercharge their productivity.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$59.87MKey Investors
Humanoid GlobalMitsubishi Electric Innovation FundBlackhorn Ventures
2025-10-27Series Unknown· $0.47M
2025-10-21Corporate Round· $0.1M
2024-10-21Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Saman Farid
Founder & CEO
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