Senior Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer

Senior Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer

We are seeking a hands‑on Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer to lead the design and implementation of advanced automation systems integrating industrial controls, robotics, machine vision, motion control, and custom automation equipment
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This is an opportunity for a technically strong engineer who enjoys leading complex projects, mentoring other engineers, and remaining hands‑on from system concept and design through commissioning and production startup
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• Serve as the technical lead on complex automation and system integration projects.
• Lead and mentor Controls, Robotics, and Vision Engineers while providing technical direction throughout project execution.
• Design and program PLC, HMI, motion control, robotics, and machine vision systems
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• Work with controls platforms including Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, and Beckhoff
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• Develop and integrate robotic applications using FANUC, ABB, KUKA, UR, and Denso
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• Design and implement machine vision applications using Cognex, Keyence, and Matrox Imaging
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• Develop vision‑guided robotic applications for inspection, measurement, verification, barcode/OCR, and 2D/3D vision applications.
• Integrate controls, robotics, vision, sensors, motion systems, and industrial networks into complete automation solutions.
• Lead FAT, SAT, commissioning, debugging, customer acceptance testing, and production startup
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• Provide advanced troubleshooting and optimization of automation systems in manufacturing environments.
• Establish engineering standards, reusable code libraries, and documentation practices.
• Review and manage structured BOMs, electrical drawings, and project documentation
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• Manage technical scope, project priorities, schedules, vendors, and engineering changes.
• Ensure systems meet applicable safety and electrical standards, including UL 508A requirements.
• Work directly with customers, vendors, manufacturing teams, and internal engineering groups.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or related technical discipline
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• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, robotics, machine vision, or systems integration.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC programming required
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• Experience with Siemens and/or Beckhoff is highly desirable.
• Strong background in robotics, machine vision, motion control, sensors, and industrial automation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects independently from concept through commissioning.
• Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership.
• Experience working for an automation integrator, OEM, custom machine builder, or project‑based manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, leadership, and customer‑facing skills.
• Comfortable working in a lean environment and taking ownership of multiple projects.
• Ability to travel approximately 25%.
• $100,000 – $150,000 +
• Bonus Potential
• Opportunity to lead technically challenging automation, robotics, and machine vision projects