Robotics Engineering Product Manager

Jabil•Lexington, KY

11d•Remote

About The Position

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe. Jabil’s Digital Commerce division is seeking a Robotics Engineering Product Manager to work in Lexington, KY, St. Petersburg, FL or remote for the right candidate. How will you make an impact? Jabil's Digital Commerce division delivers the hardware and systems powering modern retail and logistics, including warehouse automation, in-store digitalization, and payment solutions. As we scale, we're adding dedicated product management to drive strategic investment in our technical capabilities. The Robotics Engineering Product Manager owns the "what" and "why" of our technical portfolio - the capabilities we build, including skillsets and platforms. You'll serve as the connective tissue between commercial teams, customers, and technical teams, ensuring what we build is technically coherent, economically sensible, and aligned to

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree preferred in disciplines in Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Design, Computer Science, Business Management, or other similar related disciplines.
At last 15 years of total work experience in an OEM or manufacturing environment required.
A minimum of 7 years of product management experience in robotics, automation, or industrial technologies (warehouse automation, AMRs, AGVs, or industrial robotics experience strongly valued)
Experience in B2B, design services, contract manufacturing, or engineering services environments
Strong technical fluency; ability to engage credibly with engineering teams on architecture and feasibility trade-offs
Demonstrated ability to translate ambiguous customer needs into clear problem statements
Experience working cross-functionally with commercial, engineering, and operations teams
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Ability to influence without direct authority

Responsibilities

Define and prioritize capability investments, balancing near-term customer needs with long-term platform strategy
Contribute to portfolio planning alongside commercial and technical leadership
Partner with commercial leadership to scope opportunities and translate capabilities into customer value
Partner with technical leadership to ensure investments align with platform architecture
Engage directly with customers to understand needs and validate solutions
Translate customer needs and market signals into clear problem statements and acceptance criteria
Own lifecycle decisions, including when to continue, adjust, or sunset capabilities
Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
401K match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Adoption Assistance
Annual Merit Increases
Community Volunteer Opportunities