Lead Robotic Technician

What We Offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry‑leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

The Robotic Lead will be responsible for completing the setup and installation of GM configured robots from a single robot to multiple robot cells. Successful candidates will possess programming capability, as well as have demonstrated experience with good troubleshooting, startup support, and set direction for other robotic team members. Promoting good communication within the robotic department as well as other departments to ensure a quality product is essential.

The robot programmer will ensure all equipment is in a working order and will assist and train other robot techs as required.

Hourly ($38.60–$44

USD based on experience)

Primary work location: 1811 S Range Rd, St Clair, MI 48079, United States

• Minimum ten (10) years of hands‑on experience programming robots (Fanuc Robots, GM wizard, GM standards, GRS cert, and 5 years of GM project exposure is essential)
• Ability to lead a small team of robotic programmers with multiple robots at once
• Knowledge and experience using Fanuc DCS software
• Previous Fanuc Roboguide experience an asset
• Degree, diploma, or certificate from a Mechatronics, Automation and Robotics Technician, Robotics and Industrial Automation or similar applicable course
• Experience in robotic servo resistance welding and material handling is required; sealer systems would be beneficial; robotic guided vision would be an asset
• Excellent understanding of robotic coordinate systems
• Offline simulation and design reviews (ability to give clear direction and identify concerns)
• Working knowledge of communication protocols (Enet IP)
• Good understanding of GM robot program flow and programming theories
• Good understanding of robot safety setup, familiar with ANSI 10218‑2 robotic safety standards
• Computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel and AutoCAD
• Excellent mathematical and organizational skills
• Practical experience and good understanding of electrical circuitry and wiring
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as a team member and individually

• Work closely with robotic supervisors and department leads on continuous improvement to maintain a competitive edge in the automotive industry
• Follow GM structure for robot programs and overall architecture
• Maintain and support department developments and documents
• Program robot paths, set up program structure and implement offline programming
• Configure robot IO, weld interface and program call
• Anticipate and solve robotic problems (troubleshoot)
• Work closely with robotic supervisors regarding projects, monitoring workload and deadlines
• Read and interpret electrical/pneumatic schematics and specifications
• Perform assigned tasks in a safe manner and know how to properly lock out all energy sources, including stored energy (GM MPS)
• Train and work with other programmers to enhance skill level(s)
• Perform other reasonable duties as required

• Office and shop floor environment
• Overtime hours will be required
• Possible travel required to customer sites

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously.