Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer
Job in
Millburn, Essex County, New Jersey, 07041, USA
Listed on 2026-07-14
Listing for:
Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-14
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Robotics, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Systems Engineer, Test Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer
We are seeking a Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer to provide technical leadership while designing, developing, and implementing advanced automation solutions integrating machine vision, robotics, and industrial controls. This is a hands‑on engineering leadership role responsible for leading projects, mentoring engineering teams, and delivering fully integrated automation systems for high‑speed manufacturing and production environments.
What You'll Do- Lead and mentor Controls, Robotics, and Vision Engineers while providing technical direction throughout project execution.
- Manage engineering resources, project priorities, and technical deliverables to ensure successful project completion.
- Design and program machine vision systems for inspection, measurement, and verification.
- Integrate vision systems with PLCs, robotics, HMIs, and custom automation equipment.
- Develop vision‑guided robotic applications for high‑speed manufacturing environments.
- Configure and optimize cameras, optics, and lighting for maximum reliability and accuracy.
- Oversee system commissioning, debugging, FAT/SAT, and customer acceptance testing.
- Collaborate with engineering, controls, manufacturing, and customer teams to deliver turnkey automation solutions.
- Troubleshoot and optimize controls, robotics, and vision performance in production environments.
- Drive engineering best practices, standardization, and continuous improvement across automation projects.
- Vision Systems:
Cognex, Keyence, Matrox Imaging - Robotics: ABB, FANUC, KUKA, Denso
- Controls: PLCs, HMIs, Industrial Networks
- Programming: C/C++ and/or Java Script
- Applications: 2D/3D Vision, Barcode/OCR, Inspection & Verification Systems
- B.S. Engineering or other.
- 7+ years of experience with industrial controls, robotics, machine vision, and systems integration.
- Prior experience leading engineering teams, technical projects, or mentoring engineers.
- Strong background in industrial automation and controls engineering.
- Experience with in OEM, automation integration, or custom machine build environments preferred.
- Excellent leadership, communication, troubleshooting, and customer‑facing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and engineering priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to travel 25%.
- $100,000 – $130,000+ (based on experience) + Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Flexible Work Environment Supporting Work-Life Balance
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
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