Cobot is hiring a Strategic Automation Consultant, Flywheel

Cobot is hiring a Strategic Automation Consultant, Flywheel to support customers in defining, maturing, and achieving their robotics transformation objectives. In this role, you will focus on digital integration, lead from experience, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and launch cutting-edge robotic solutions.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, timelines, and milestones for multiple concurrent engagements.
• Analyze business processes across physical, digital, operational, and data layers to identify use cases for robotic automation and AI-driven efficiencies.
• Translate complex robotics technologies into compelling business cases to influence executive buy-in and drive strategic automation investments.
• Develop strategic roadmaps for robotics transformation aligned with business goals.
• Develop detailed financial models quantifying automation ROI, including labor cost reductions, throughput improvements, and maintenance cost projections.
• Advise and plan for onboarding and integration of robotics, automation systems, or other enterprise applications.
• Identify, assess, and design critical systems to support automation in environments such as distribution centers, hospitals, or manufacturing plants.
• Assess automation or software solutions for fit and functionality, and provide data-driven recommendations on vendor selection.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics to measure the impact of robotics transformation.
• Analyze data insights from robotics implementations to optimize efficiency and scalability.
• Provide continuous improvement recommendations for automation strategies.
• Maintain a strong understanding of robotic capabilities in warehouse, hospital, manufacturing, laboratories, and more.
• Offer advice on sorting, ASRS, picking, cross docking, kitting, and more.
• Leverage the Cobot team’s expertise to drive the adoption of robotics solutions that align with customer needs.
• Provide expertise on WMS, WES, and WCS technology solutions and how each can support a customer’s needs.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to ensure robotics solutions support long-term plans.
• Deliver presentations and technical information to customers and stakeholders, adapting communication style to different audiences.
• Gather customer feedback and collaborate with internal teams to enhance product features.
• Identify problems without an “owner” and take initiative to figure them out.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in physical AI, robotics, and digital strategy consulting to support automation.
• Proven experience in customer-facing consulting roles (internal or external) with the ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for addressing complex technical challenges.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Highly motivated teammate with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Willing to travel at least 40% of the time.
• Must have and maintain US citizenship or permanent residency.

Nice to Have

• Experience in application engineering, solution architecture, and product development in enterprise-wide programs.
• Demonstrated expertise in integrating new systems within established software-driven workflows.
• Proven track record in logistics, healthcare, municipal services, or similar industries.
• Successful history of implementing multiple robotic systems into production pathways.
• Hands-on experience in robotic deployment.
• Experience in risk management and cybersecurity.

Team & Environment

You will be a part of the Flywheel Services team, collaborating cross-functionally to deliver strategic solutions.

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation range: $160,000 - $200,000 + equity.
• Equity participation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Work Mode

This is a hybrid role. You can work remotely within the US, with a preference for proximity to major airport hubs, or from our offices in Seattle or Santa Clara.

Cobot is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.