What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Consultant – Logistics Automation Implementation position at Miebach?
About Miebach
Miebach Consulting is seeking a Senior Consultant specialized in Logistics Automation Implementation to lead the on-site execution of warehouse automation and material handling projects. You will serve as a critical bridge between our engineering design teams, automation vendors, and client operations — ensuring seamless delivery, integration, and go-live of systems such as ASRS, AGV, robotic palletizers, conveyors, and control systems.
You will take ownership of project phases from commissioning and testing through ramp-up and stabilization, providing leadership, technical problem-solving, and hands-on support throughout implementation.
Miebach Consulting is seeking a Consultant specialized in Logistics Automation Implementation to lead the on-site execution of warehouse automation and material handling projects. You will serve as a critical bridge between our engineering design teams, automation vendors, and client operations — ensuring seamless delivery, integration, and go-live of systems such as ASRS, AGV, robotic palletizers, conveyors, and control systems.
You will take ownership of project phases from commissioning and testing through ramp-up and stabilization, providing leadership, technical problem-solving, and hands-on support throughout implementation.
Key Responsibilities
Project Execution & Implementation
Miebach Consulting is seeking a Senior Consultant specialized in Logistics Automation Implementation to lead the on-site execution of warehouse automation and material handling projects. You will serve as a critical bridge between our engineering design teams, automation vendors, and client operations — ensuring seamless delivery, integration, and go-live of systems such as ASRS, AGV, robotic palletizers, conveyors, and control systems.
You will take ownership of project phases from commissioning and testing through ramp-up and stabilization, providing leadership, technical problem-solving, and hands-on support throughout implementation.
Miebach Consulting is seeking a Consultant specialized in Logistics Automation Implementation to lead the on-site execution of warehouse automation and material handling projects. You will serve as a critical bridge between our engineering design teams, automation vendors, and client operations — ensuring seamless delivery, integration, and go-live of systems such as ASRS, AGV, robotic palletizers, conveyors, and control systems.
You will take ownership of project phases from commissioning and testing through ramp-up and stabilization, providing leadership, technical problem-solving, and hands-on support throughout implementation.
Key Responsibilities
Project Execution & Implementation
- Lead the execution and start-up of automation systems including ASRS, AGV fleets, conveyor lines, and robotics.
- Coordinate commissioning, FAT/SAT testing, and issue resolution across all implementation phases.
- Supervise technical integration with warehouse IT systems (WMS/WCS) and control interfaces.
- Provide on-site operational support during go-live including troubleshooting, shift coverage, and SOP validation.
- Act as primary point of contact for automation vendors, system integrators, and client engineering teams.
- Validate design intent and technical compliance through installation and ramp-up.
- Collaborate with cross-functional client teams to ensure operational readiness and knowledge transfer.
- Develop and deliver user and maintenance training for automated systems.
- Support creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance plans, and emergency response protocols.
- Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement for future automation rollouts.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Mechatronics, or related field.
- 5–8 years of experience in automation implementation for logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing.
- Proven success with ASRS, AGV, shuttle systems, robotic arms, and material flow control.
- Strong project management and supplier coordination capabilities.
- Hands-on commissioning and testing experience is essential.
- Solid understanding of IT integration (WMS/WCS/PLC/MES).
- Fluency in English; additional language skills (Spanish/French) are an asset.
- Willingness to travel up to 40% for implementation and ramp-up phases.