Lead Robotics Controls Engineer

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Our client, a growing controls engineering and systems integrator, is hiring a Lead Robotics Controls Engineer to design and deliver advanced automation solutions. This role leads the development of robotic and automated systems supporting industrial & collaborative robotics, micro-automation, AMRs, and flexible part feeding
. You’ll work closely with customers, project managers, and internal teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality systems—while enjoying significantly lower travel than typical integrator roles.

• Lead design, programming, and startup of robotic cells and automation systems
• Develop PLC, HMI, and robotic code from scratch
• Support projects from concept through customer acceptance
• Serve as a technical leader in AMR and robotics technologies
• Communicate directly with customers, panel shops, and internal teams
• Track project cost, schedule, and milestones
• Lead customer training and mentor internal engineers
• Participate in limited on-call support (2–3 times/year)

• Fanuc and other robotics platforms (ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, Mitsubishi)

• 10+ years automation/robotics experience
• Strong customer-facing and project leadership skills
• Travel up to 25–30% (primarily Midwest), with possibly more during training phase

Seniority level:
Not applicable

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Robotics Engineering