Robot Automation Engineer

Job Description

Automation Engineering Lead

** Major Machine Tool Builder**

Primary responsibilities will include:

Fanuc robot programming on automation systems projects

Create robot program based on customer specific process requirements

Develop robot programs written in both TPP and KAREL, using ROBOGUIDE

Write and implement cell PLC programming based on application. Allen Bradley or Automation Direct preferred

Customize and integrate vision products to meet specific customer requirements

Lead and direct field installation efforts at customer site

Develop customer training and cell documentation

Conduct customer specific training classes after acceptance.

Provide input on EOAT selection and gripper designs

Validate by simulation robot paths and orientations work within defined space

Support sales and quoting efforts as required

Supervise and train entry-level Engineers

Some in state overnight travel is required

Ideal candidate will have the following experience and education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field, including 2 years equivalent relevant experience OR Associate's Degree in related engineering field with minimum 5 years of robot programming experience in machine and peripheral device tending

Robot and machine vision application experience

Electrical and mechanical debug experience

Extensive PLC programming experience and related mechanical peripherals - Allen Bradley or Automation Direct preferred

Ability to read electrical/mechanical prints

Windows, Visual.NET, Database development knowledge (SQL) programming knowledge

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