Robotics Engineer

Location: Sterling Heights, MI
Company: Indicon LLC
Position Type: Full-Time
Travel: Up to 50% (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Indicon LLC is a leading provider of industrial automation, robotics, machine vision, and manufacturing solutions for customers across multiple industries. While traditionally supporting automotive manufacturing, Indicon continues to expand into new markets and technologies, creating exciting opportunities for engineers who enjoy solving complex technical challenges and working directly with customers.

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Robotics Engineer/Robotics Technician
who is eager to learn, enjoys technology, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for someone who likes building, troubleshooting, and understanding how things work, whether that's robots, computers, machinery, or other technical systems.

As a Robotics Engineer, you will support a variety of robotics and automation projects ranging from small system modifications to large-scale installations valued from $5,000 to over $1 million. Project durations can range from a single day to over a year, providing exposure to diverse technologies, industries, and customer environments.

This role requires a technically capable individual who can work independently after initial training, communicate effectively with customers, and adapt to different project needs. Successful candidates are naturally curious, proactive, and willing to travel to support customer projects throughout North America.

• Program, troubleshoot, and support industrial robotic systems and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Assist with machine vision integration, robotic applications, and automation solutions.
• Support installation, commissioning, testing, and startup activities at customer facilities.
• Work directly with customers to diagnose issues, provide technical support, and deliver solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams across robotics, programming, paint, and flexible manufacturing environments.
• Travel to customer sites throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico as project needs require.
• Continuously learn new technologies, systems, and industry applications.
• Participate in project planning, documentation, system validation, and problem resolution activities.
• Represent Indicon professionally while building strong customer relationships.

• 1-2+ years of experience in robotics, automation, controls, or a related engineering field.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time throughout North America.
• Strong aptitude for learning new technologies and asking thoughtful questions to solve problems independently.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred but not required (depending on experience).
• Experience working with industrial automation systems.
• Familiarity with machine vision applications.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Customer-facing communication skills and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Experience with FANUC
  and UR
  robotics systems
  .
• Exposure to PLC programming and troubleshooting
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• Knowledge of industrial machine vision systems.
• Experience building, repairing, or troubleshooting computers, machinery, robotics equipment, or other technical systems.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Passport or ability to obtain one for international travel to Canada and Mexico.

Our top performers are:

• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable taking initiative and solving problems independently.
• Curious and eager to learn continuously.
• Strong communicators who can build rapport with customers and team members.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a variety of manufacturing environments.
• Technically minded individuals who enjoy understanding how things work and improving them.
• Monday through Friday schedule.
• Flexible start times between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM
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• Collaborative team-oriented culture.
• Frequent interaction with customers and project teams.
• Opportunities to work on a wide variety of automation and robotics projects.
• Competitive compensation package.
• 401(k) and comprehensive benefits program.
• Professional development and…