Manager, Automation Solutioning

Job Description

This role manages the development of automated solutions, including autonomous vehicles and mobile robots, to improve productivity at SingPost's Regional eCommerce Logistics Hub (eComm LogHub). It also involves exploring parcel Pick-Up and Drop-Off (PUDO) processes with AMR lockers to meet SingPost’s operational and business needs.

The successful candidate will be a key member in managing full-scale trials of products and solutions, from early new product introduction development through to production readiness. This role also involves executing strategic direction in alignment with SingPost’s business objectives, and acting as a project controller and coordinator to assist the senior manager.

Key responsibilities shall include but not limited to: 

Product / Solution Development 

● Drive product ideation, conceptualization, value proposition and product roadmaps.

● Be involved in multiple initiatives from product/solution prototyping to implementation and deployment of autonomous vehicles or robotic solutions.

● Develop partnerships and collaborations with industrial partners.  

● Work with design partners, system integrators, internal stakeholders, and external vendors throughout the product development lifecycle.  

● Lead and manage system trials and deployment of the product solutions. 

● Lead in system verifications and validations, and reliability demonstrations. 

● Be involved in managing the transition from development phase to deployment phase to operation & support phase. 

● Lead in product/solution improvement and defect analysis with vendors and partners throughout the product/solution lifecycle. 

Project Management

● Manage end-to-end key project initiatives and demonstrate good governance to meet timelines necessary to comply with project delivery requirements (including control of resources, timelines, budget, scope of the project and risk management). 

● Project controller and coordinator role to assist the senior manager. 

● Work with stakeholders (including C-level) on scope including requirements gathering, system definitions, process streamlining and ensuring compliance to regulations, security, and safety procedures.

● Ensure alignment of business objectives and product strategic roadmap and to garner support, secure approvals, and resources to enable collaborations and trials needed for full-scale implementation. 

● Take complete end-to-end technical & engineering ownership of one or more applications / product features. 

● Determine root cause for hardware and software issues and develop practical, efficient, and permanent technical solutions. 

Education & Certification:

● Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science or Robotics & Automation. Other disciplines related to mechanical, electrical and system-level integration are encouraged to apply.  

● PMP certification or equivalent is an advantage.

Requirements:

● At least 3 years' experience in electrical, mechanical or robotics & automation systems development with a minimum 2 product development life cycles.  

● Managed in project management and/or product development of at least $5M in value. 

● Led or participated in at least one system product development life cycle. 

● Led or participated in system/product operation & support phase. 

● Experience in managing multiple concurrent initiatives. 

● Proficient in cross-disciple engineering competencies. 

● Analytical mind and strong problem-solving ability.  

● Ability to work under pressure and tight timelines.

● A logical and structured thinker. 

● Good communication and interpersonal skill to handle various situations, customers and vendors.