Lead Automation Engineer

Job Description

Description:

The Lead Automation Engineer is responsible for mentoring and guiding the Robotics team across various projects. This role also involves providing support to the Production team by programming ABB robotics systems, developing procedural documentation, and designing and building mechanical fixturing and tooling. All activities are performed in coordination with the operation of rotary Thermoforming equipment.

Responsibilities:

Coordinating departmental goals with first and second shift team members

Write and modify robot programs

Design and build robot cell fixturing

Design and build EOAT

Simulate robot systems

Develop technical documentation

Make necessary changes to achieve cycle time

Document all changes to robot programs, fixtures and EOATs

Program PLC's, robots, motion systems, and vision systems

Set up communication with the PLC and peripheral equipment

Robot zone setup

Robot I/O Configuration

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

Associates or Bachelor of Science in related field, or equivalent years of work experience

Able to work independently on projects and as a member of a team

Great motivational and people skills

Must be self-motivated

Must be willing to learn new things

Ability to think outside the box

Ability to read and understand Electrical and Pneumatic prints

Exposure to ABB industrial robots, Rockwell/AB controls, HMI's sensors, and vision systems

Troubleshooting experience with PLC programs

Proficient with Robotic Path Teaching

Extensive experience with Robot Studio and SolidWorks greatly preferred

Works well with a variety of different people from diverse backgrounds

Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written

Motivated and passionate about working with people and overcoming challenges

Benefits:

Starting Pay: $60,000 – 80,000.00 (based on experience)

Medical, Dental Reimbursement, Vision, Life Insurance, and more offered after 30 days

401K with Company match 50% up to 6%

Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Days, etc.

Paid Travel and Mileage Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities

Full-time