Mechanical Robotics Engineer

Lincolnton, North Carolina, United States

Lincolnton , North Carolina , United States

American Woodmark is now part of Master Brand, the largest residential cabinet manufacturer in North America. Together, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of trusted cabinetry brands and products to homeowners, builders, dealers, and retailers.

At Master Brand, our purpose is Building Great Experiences Together. For more than 70 years, our products have helped shape the spaces where people live, gather, and make lasting memories.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Manufacturing Engineer – Robotics & Automation is responsible for driving process improvements, equipment reliability, automation initiatives, and robotics integration throughout the manufacturing facility. This position serves as the technical expert for robotic systems, automated equipment, PLC controls, machine vision, and manufacturing technology while supporting continuous improvement, safety, quality, and productivity initiatives.

The Manufacturing Engineer will lead the design, implementation, optimization, troubleshooting, and maintenance of robotic systems and automated manufacturing equipment while establishing standardized processes and equipment reliability programs.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must excel at the essential functions assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting automated manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with industrial robotics and automation systems preferred.
• Experience programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, and optimizing robotic equipment.
• Experience with industrial robot manufacturers such as FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa/Motoman, Universal Robots, or similar.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, etc.).
• Experience with HMI development and industrial control systems.
• Experience with machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence or similar) preferred.
• Experience with servo systems, motion control, VFDs, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical controls.
• Demonstrated experience working directly on the manufacturing floor developing process controls and automation solutions.
• Experience supporting preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance programs.
• Six Sigma certification or Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proven project management experience from concept through implementation.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Solid Works, or similar CAD software preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Project preferred.
• Experience supporting Industry 4.0 initiatives and manufacturing data collection is a plus.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of industrial robotics programming, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of robotic safety standards including safeguarding, light curtains, safety scanners, area scanners, safety PLCs, and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot robotic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and software issues.
• Ability to optimize robot cycle times, path programming, payloads, and end-of-arm tooling.
• Understanding of end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), grippers, vacuum systems, and custom automation.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with Ethernet/IP, Device Net, Profinet, EtherCAT, Modbus, and industrial communication protocols.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, ladder logic, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and P&IDs.
• Strong analytical and root cause problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collect and analyze production data and identify opportunities for automation improvements.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Advanced math skills including rates, ratios, percentages, statistical process analysis, and graph interpretation.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to train operators, maintenance personnel, and…