Automation Engineer

• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree

• Independently program and validate robot systems including motion paths, I/O logic, tool offsets, and safety zones for moderate-complexity projects
• Integrate robot controllers with PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, and peripheral equipment
• Perform and document cycle time studies and timing analyses against customer throughput requirements
• Apply and help enforce Company programming standards and code structure best practices

• Conduct reach studies and offline simulation using ABB Robot Studio, Fanuc ROBOGUIDE, or equivalent tools
• Interpret simulation results to validate cell layouts, reach limitations, and tooling geometry
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineering to incorporate simulation findings into design decisions
• Lead robotic commissioning activities for assigned systems during build, debug, and runoff
• Serve as a robotic technical point of contact during FAT/SAT, with senior engineer support on complex issues
• Present system performance and demonstrate cycle time compliance to customers
• Deliver end-user training to customer operators and maintenance personnel

• Perform on‑site and remote fault diagnosis, program recovery, and root cause analysis for standard robot issues
• Support field service technicians through structured remote guidance
• Contribute to troubleshooting guides and preventive maintenance checklists
• Mentor Automation Engineer I staff through coaching and code review on assigned projects
• Participate in project kickoff and technical review meetings to assess robotic scope and risk

• Proficient in at least one major robot platform (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa/Motoman, Universal Robots); working knowledge of a second platform
• Proficient in offline simulation (Robot Studio and/or ROBOGUIDE) for reach studies and cycle time analysis
• Solid understanding of robot-PLC communication protocols (Ether Net/IP, PROFINET, Device Net, Modbus TCP)
• Working knowledge of ANSI/RIA R15.06, ISO 10218-1/-2, and ISO/TS 15066
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with project tracking tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar)

• 2–5 years of hands‑on robotics experience in a custom automation or systems integration environment
• Demonstrated experience with robot programming and debug activities for automated systems
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a closely related field — or equivalent combination of training and experience

• Some customer‑facing experience including FAT/SAT participation
• Exposure to two or more specialized application areas listed above

Automation Engineer works with growing independence to program, commission, and support custom automation systems. This role owns moderate‑complexity robotic scope, participates directly in customer‑facing FAT/SAT activities, and begins mentoring Automation Engineer I staff while developing toward senior‑level technical leadership.