Robotics & Automation Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Robotics & Automation Engineer

Position Overview - RELOCATION PROVIDED (IF NEEDED)

The Robotics and Automation Engineer is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and improving automated systems within a manufacturing environment. This role serves as a key technical resource across engineering, operations, and maintenance functions, ensuring system reliability, uptime, and process efficiency.

This is a hands-on role focused on robotics, PLCs, and material handling systems, with responsibility for troubleshooting, commissioning, optimization, and continuous improvement. The engineer also supports process safety initiatives and ensures compliance with regulatory standards in a complex, safety-critical manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance teams for automated systems, including troubleshooting, debugging, and process optimization.
• Design, modify, and maintain PLC, HMI, and automation logic, ensuring structured and reliable code development.
• Support and lead commissioning activities for new equipment, system upgrades, and process changes.
• Monitor system performance using HMI, SCADA, and data systems to identify trends, improve uptime, and increase throughput.
• Troubleshoot and repair robotic systems, end-of-arm tooling, motion control systems, conveyors, and automated material handling equipment.
• Maintain and support safety systems, including light curtains, emergency stops, safety relays, and safety PLCs.
• Perform and lead preventative maintenance activities, including robotic calibration, component replacement, and system checks.
• Interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, P and ID diagrams, and technical documentation to support troubleshooting and upgrades.
• Identify and implement improvements to automation systems to enhance safety, reliability, and process performance.
• Conduct root cause analyses and support corrective action initiatives for system failures and process issues.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, lockout tagout procedures, and validation documentation.
• Maintain accurate system documentation, including PLC programs, robotic code, network configurations, and electrical records.

Qualifications

• Experience in robotics, controls, or automation within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with industrial robotics systems, including programming and maintenance of platforms such as Fanuc, ABB, or equivalent.
• Experience with PLC and HMI programming and troubleshooting, with preference for Allen-Bradley or similar systems.
• Working knowledge of conveyors, packaging systems, and automated material handling equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting servo systems, motion control systems, and industrial automation hardware.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, mechanical drawings, and process diagrams.
• Experience with root cause analysis, failure investigations, and corrective action implementation.
• Experience developing and maintaining SOPs, maintenance procedures, and technical documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude including assembly, disassembly, and working with OEM components and specifications.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills across electrical, mechanical, and automation systems.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation (Salary range of $120,000 - $130,000)
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for technical growth and advancement in a highly automated manufacturing environment
• Exposure to advanced robotics and automation systems within a safety-focused operation

Benefits

 

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/28/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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