Technical Project Manager - Logistical

the LEGO Group • Richmond, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Technical Project Manager will be responsible for leading end-to-end logistics automation projects, from initial concept to final implementation, specifically for the warehouse technology and processes at a new manufacturing facility in Virginia. This includes installation management and system troubleshooting for driven conveyors, VRCs, ASRSs, and six-axis robots, as well as managing suppliers with a focus on safety. The role requires effective communication of technical details to a broad audience and prioritizing technical issues as they arise. The Manufacturing Design & Implementation team is a global group of project managers, technology experts, and specialists with diverse backgrounds and deep operational knowledge, leading technical projects across manufacturing operations with a strong focus on internal logistics and automation. This position involves leading initiatives to significantly increase automation within The LEGO Group's manufacturing operations, directly supporting strategic goals to drive efficiency, improve flow, and enable a smarter, more agile factory network.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent experience in engineering or project management within a technical field is preferred.
• Proven experience in manufacturing technology project management in a large scale.
• Demonstrated experience in automation projects.
• Demonstrated ability in managing suppliers of equipment and machinery
• Intermediate knowledge of AutoCAD or other 2D design software.
• Financial skills applied to budgeting and cost analysis.
• Great communication skills – verbal and writing.
• Focused, proactive and self-driven.
• Available to travel internationally 50 – 60 days a year. (divided in several trips)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with shuttle racking, complex conveyor systems, washing equipment, racking, 6-axis robots, and/or vertical reciprocating conveyors is preferred

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and work in alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams including engineering, IT, operations, procurement, and external suppliers.
• Drive technology integration by introducing and implementing innovative automation solutions that improve factory efficiency.
• Handle stakeholders and communication across global locations to ensure alignment, visibility, and progress tracking.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans to keep projects on time and within scope.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards, safety protocols, and industry regulations.
• Continuously improve project delivery frameworks to increase efficiency and scalability of logistics automation initiatives.
• Supervise and report on important metrics and return on investment of implemented solutions to demonstrate value and drive future investments.

Benefits

• Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
• Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
• Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
• Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
• Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees