Lead of Mechanical Engineering

Pay:  140,000.00 – 160,000.00 

The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

You may be eligible to participate in a Company incentive or bonus program.

Benefit Information:

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package.  For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM 2024 Employee Benefits | Staff & Management

Job Responsibilities: 

• Design and implementation of algorithms that run on a robot in real-time in a safety critical application that involves autonomous interactions with the surrounding world in an uncontrolled environment.
• Develop cutting edge robotics technology at the intersection of machine learning, AI, and classical robotics. 
• Identify potential issues and implement solutions proactively.
• Test and deploy work in simulation and in the real world on state-of-the-art robotics hardware.
• Ability to work with other team members in the development of an ambitious and innovative product and/or result.
• Exceptional qualities in the areas of:
  • Understand client needs. 
  • Work with colleagues. 
  • Review existing technical tools. 
  • Ensure product quality. 
  • Perform system test. 
  • Identify software bugs.
• Engage with team members & customer enabling faster and smarter business processes and implement analytics for meaningful results.
• Turnkey Project Management skill including but not limited to Project Start-up, Commissioning, Loop-check, Project Organization, Planning & Acceptance. 
• Documenting the design, process, procedures, tests, etc. Development of Standard/non-standard Operating & Maintenance Procedures.
• Knowledge of Regulations, codes, Permits, Standards Specially NEC (National Electrical Codes), IEEE (International Society of Electrical & Electronics Engineers) Standards/codes & ISA (International society of Automation) Standards 
• Forges and maintains relationships with suppliers and customers.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Personnel and project management skills
• Strategic thinking
• Leadership, teambuilding, and mentoring skills
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Data analytics skills and experience
• Attention to detail.
• Flexible thinking, including the ability to pivot and try new approaches when faced with challenges.
• Organizational, planning, and documentation skills
• Proficiency using presentation software to explain complex information to non-technical management personnel and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in various stages simultaneously.
• Past use of Agile/Scrum or similar collaborative tools a plus
• Experience using computer-aided design (CAD) platforms.

Education, Experience, & Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering is desirable but not required. 
• 10+ years relevant robotic & automation work experience.
• 5+ years PLC programming, robotics programming, automation programing and control & automation integration.
• Certified Control System Technician (CCST) or Certified Automation Professional (CAP) or equivalent credentials desirable but not required. Ability to obtain these credentials in 6-12 months.
• Electrical Journeyman (CA Electrical Certification) or equivalent required.

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of facility services and solutions. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services and forward-looking performance solutions that improve the spaces and places that matter most. From curbside to rooftop, ABM’s comprehensive services include janitorial, engineering, parking, electrical and lighting, energy and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, HVAC and mechanical, landscape and turf, and mission critical solutions. ABM serves a wide range of industries – from commercial office buildings to universities, airports, hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and distribution centers, entertainment venues and more. Founded in 1909, ABM serves over 20,000 clients, with annualized revenue approaching $8 billion and more than 100,000 team members in 350+ offices throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and other international locations. For more information,  visit