At Path Robotics, we're attacking a trillion dollar opportunity - doing things that have never been done before to support an industry hurting from a lack of skilled labor. Large, difficult problems are what Path tackles every day and our people are our greatest asset to get that job done. Our intelligent, hardworking team of people do the impossible every single day, yet remain incredibly kind, humble, and always ready to support one another.
The Field Installation Supervisor owns the installation of Path's robotic welding systems at customer sites — mechanical, electrical, devices, and safety — from equipment arrival on the dock through a completed, verified install ready for commissioning. This is a working leadership role: you'll direct a dedicated Path field deployment crew, coordinate subcontracted trades (riggers, electricians, millwrights), and serve as Path's on-site point of contact with the customer. It's a field-forward position (60–70% travel) for a hands-on leader who can run a safe, organized, on-schedule job site and hold the install to Path's quality standard every time —while making each install better than the last.
What You'll Do
- Lead end-to-end system installation at customer sites: rigging and equipment placement, mechanical assembly, rail and structure alignment, electrical power and controls wiring, device integration, and safety system installation
- Supervise and develop a Path field deployment crew — assigning work, setting daily targets, verifying workmanship, and building the team's capability across installs
- Coordinate and direct subcontractors (riggers, electricians, millwrights, and other trades), including scope review, scheduling, and quality acceptance of their work
- Leader of site safety: run job hazard analyses, toolbox talks, LOTO, and permit-to-work processes; enforce Path and customer site safety requirements without exception
- Plan installs before wheels-up: review site readiness, utilities, rigging plans, material staging, tooling lists, and schedules; flag gaps to the customer and internal teams early
- Own install quality: verify workmanship against drawings, tolerances, and checklists; document as-built conditions, punch lists, and deviations; and hold both Path crew and subcontractors to the standard before handoff to commissioning
- Drive continuous improvement of the installation process: develop and refine standard work, install checklists, and site playbooks; track quality escapes and rework; and lead root-cause corrective action when installs miss the mark
- Act as the on-site face of Path with the customer: communicate daily progress, manage expectations, and resolve site issues professionally
- Drive schedule: track install progress against plan, escalate risks early, and make smart trade-off calls in the field
- Feed lessons learned back to engineering, build, and deployment teams to improve install packages, documentation, and future site execution
- 5+ years of experience installing industrial equipment or automation systems in the field, with at least 2 years leading crews or trades on customer sites
- Strong working knowledge across mechanical installation (rigging, alignment, anchoring), industrial electrical (480V power, controls wiring, terminations), and device/safety system integration
- Able to read and work from mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and site layout plans
- A safety-first leader: experienced with LOTO, JHAs, fall protection, and managing safety on active customer job sites
- A confident coordinator of subcontracted trades — you can scope, schedule, direct, and quality-check work you didn't perform yourself
- A clear, professional communicator with customers, from floor operators to plant leadership
- Organized and self-directed: you can run a multi-week install site with minimal home-office support
- A continuous improvement mindset: you treat every install as a chance to make the next one faster, safer, and higher quality — experience with lean tools, standard work, or root-cause problem solving (5 Whys, 8D) preferred
- Able and willing to travel 60–70%, including extended stays at customer sites; valid driver's license and ability to travel within North America required
- Experience with robotic systems, welding equipment, or capital equipment installation is a plus
- OSHA 30, rigging/signal person certification, or electrical licensure is a plus
- Work is performed at customer manufacturing sites and in Path's Columbus, OH facilities, in active industrial environments with noise, welding operations, and moving equipment
- Must be able to wear required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed shoes, fall protection as required)
- Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work at height for extended periods; regularly lift up to 50 lbs
- 60–70% travel, including overnight and multi-week stays at customer sites
- Free lunch every day
- 3 weeks PTO
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 6 weeks 100% paid parental leave plus an additional 6-8 weeks maternity leave for the
birthing parent (12-14 weeks total)
- 401K through Empower
- Paid Referral Bonus
At Path Robotics we love coming to work to solve interesting and tough challenges but also because our ideas are welcomed and valued. We encourage unique thinking and are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or any part of the hiring process, please contact [email protected]. We are committed to providing equal access and will work with qualified individuals to ensure a fair and accessible hiring experience. We will respond to your request within 48 hours
Job Type: Full-time, On-Site, Field Service
