JOB DESCRIPTION
In this role, you will be responsible for developing, commissioning, optimizing, and supporting robotic automation systems throughout the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities include:
- Configure and teach robot Tool Center Points (TCPs), User Frames, payloads, and safety configurations, including DCS (Dual Check Safety) and KUKA SafeOperation.
- Configure robot I/O and communication networks.
- Set up, commission, and optimize dispense process equipment for paint shop and general assembly applications, including adhesive, sealer, urethane, and paint systems.
- Integrate and configure robotic and non-robotic vision systems, including both robot-mounted and floor-mounted solutions.
- Develop and validate Offline Programming (OLP) solutions for robotic applications.
- Create and maintain robotic simulations to support internal reviews, customer validations, and process optimization initiatives.
- Analyze and improve robot cycle times to maximize system efficiency and performance.
- Validate robot models and ensure accuracy of simulation environments.
- Lead robotics-related projects from concept through commissioning and production launch.
- Troubleshoot robotic systems and provide technical leadership during startup and production support activities.
This description is intended to outline the general nature of the role and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
What You'll Bring
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred.
- Associate Degree in an engineering discipline with equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
Experience
- 7–10 years of experience programming, integrating, and launching industrial robotic systems.
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on commissioning experience, including startup from a blank controller through customer acceptance.
- Automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
- Proven experience leading robotics projects and supporting large-scale automation launches.
- Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
Skills and Technical Expertise
Robotics Platforms
Experience with both of the following robotic systems:
- FANUC - Expert Level
- KUKA - Expert Level
Application Experience
Hands-on experience with one or more of the following robotic applications:
- Material Handling
- Spot Welding
- Arc Welding
- Laser Welding
- Adhesive Dispensing
- Urethane Dispensing
- Sealer Applications
- Paint Applications
Technical Competencies
- Robot commissioning and startup
- Tool Center Points (TCPs) and User Frames
- Safety systems and configuration
- Robot I/O and industrial communications
- External axis integration
- Offline programming and simulation development
- FANUC RoboGuide
- PhotoNeo Setup and troubleshooting
- FANUC 3D Vision / 3DV
- Robotic and third-party vision system integration
- Robot process optimization and cycle time reduction
- KUKA WorkVisual
- BMW TMO specifications
Travel Requirements
- Ability to travel approximately 35%–50% throughout North America to support customer sites, system commissioning, and project launches.
