Automation Robotics Specialist
Core
Technical owner of automation performance in manufacturing operations, developing and optimizing PLC, robot, vision, and motion systems to improve cycle time, throughput, and uptime.
Role type
Senior IC automation robotics specialist
Builds
Automated manufacturing cells and industrial automation systems
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Industrial automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC programming (Rockwell ControlLogix), Robot programming (Fanuc), Machine vision configuration, Motion control, Industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, Profinet), Root-cause analysis, Offline programming, System integration, Troubleshooting, Documentation
Preferred skills
Collaborative robot operations, Factory I/O or FlexSim simulation, Cognex Certified Vision Professional, FactoryTalk View development
Technologies
Rockwell ControlLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View, Fanuc Roboguide, WinOLPC, iRVision, Keyence CV-X, Cognex In-Sight/VisionPro, EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Profinet, RS-232, Modbus RTU, OPC UA, Git, SVN, Visio
Responsibilities
Develop, modify, test, and troubleshoot PLC, robot, vision, and motion-control programs; Optimize robot paths, motion profiles, and process sequencing; Configure and validate vision systems and sensors; Perform offline programming, reach studies, and cycle-time simulation; Support equipment installation, commissioning, and launch stabilization; Manage program revisions and maintain technical documentation; Train sustainment personnel and hand off stable systems.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC