Kawasaki Robot Programmer
Job in
Troy, Oakland County, Michigan, 48083, USA
Listed on 2026-05-28
Listing for:
GABLETEK
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-28
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Robotics, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic -
Manufacturing / Production
Robotics, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Spartanburg, South Carolina
Travel Out of: Michigan (Field Service Assignment)
Shifts Available: Day or Nights
Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 10-12 hour days
Position Overview
We're looking for a highly skilled Maintenance & Automation Technician with strong experience in Kawasaki robotics to support a field service assignment in Spartanburg, SC. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical and electrical background with the ability to troubleshoot and program robotic systems, including robotic welding cells. This role involves hands-on maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of automated equipment to ensure optimal production performance.
Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Repair
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and robotic systems.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to safety standards.
- Troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and ensure quick turnaround on downtime situations.
- Program, troubleshoot, and maintain robotic systems (Kawasaki required; ABB and Fanuc a plus).
- Modify robot paths, teach points, and validate tool center points (TCP).
- Adjust welding parameters and troubleshoot MIG, projection, and resistance welding operations.
- Read and interpret schematics to diagnose issues with motors, drives, PLCs, I/O blocks, sensors, and HMIs.
- Perform minor programming and logic changes in PLCs and HMI systems.
- Execute robot simulation or offline programming using tools such as RoboCAD or Robot Studio.
- Handle wiring tasks, breaker panel work, and component installations.
- Mentor and support junior technicians and apprentices.
- Lead or participate in toolbox talks and cross-functional meetings.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and leadership teams on system improvements and upgrades.
- High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certifications preferred (e.g., mechatronics, industrial automation).
- 5+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, robotics, automation, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience with Kawasaki robot systems is required.
- Solid understanding of industrial electrical systems, PLCs, welding processes, and robotic programming.
- Ability to read blueprints and electrical/mechanical schematics.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and hands-on mechanical aptitude.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Ability to obtain and maintain forklift and aerial lift certifications.
- Must be able to wear appropriate PPE (steel-toe boots, hard hat, etc.).
- ABB, Fanuc, or other robot programming experience.
- Welding process troubleshooting (GMAW, resistance, DA).
- Familiarity with poke-yoke systems and automated quality verification.
- Ability to perform weld validations and electrode tip studies.
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