Robotics Engineer

We are excited to be adding a Robotic Engineer to the MAC Trailer Team. Our Robotic Engineer Designs, configures, and deploys scalable process automation on solutions focusing on robotic solutions to improve throughput, productivity, ergonomics, and reduce overall cost. Gathers and analyzes existing process flows, use cases, and requirements for comparison to automation proposals. Develop specifications to design and document automated workflow solutions primarily focused on welding.

What we offer you:

• Competitive Pay
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Clean Manufacturing Environment
• On-site Wellness Clinic
• Referral Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Legal Planning
• Theft Protection
• Critical Illness Coverage
• Accident Coverage
• 401k with Match
• Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays
• Prescription Safety Glass and Safety Shoe Program
• Employee Engagement Events
• Philanthropy Efforts

Who we are:

MAC Trailer is the nation's foremost manufacturer of dump, flatbed, and transfer trailers, straight truck bodies, dry bulk pneumatic tanks, and liquid tank trailers. The success of MAC Trailer can be attributed to a quality product built by quality people. This is why MAC Trailer invests in its people and facilities to create a safe, secure work environment with room for training and growth. If you're interested in being part of a diverse workforce in a supportive work environment, MAC Trailer is the place for you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead concept development, selection, and specification of automated equipment (primarily robotic systems) to improve production throughput, safety, quality, ergonomics, and cost reductions.
• Manage capital projects from cradle to grave including fixed asset requests, calculated project savings, project timelines, runoff acceptance, project status updates, and post implementation monitoring.
• Author and compile equipment documentation for hand-off to production team. Drawing packages, calibration procedures, validation data, spare parts lists, etc.
• Creating management systems to oversee robotic programming, touchups, and maintenance.
• Hands-on responsibility for troubleshooting and repair of welding production equipment in support of the maintenance department.
• Responsible for fundamental operator training as well as advanced robot training for production and maintenance personnel.
• Troubleshoot deficiencies in equipment design, function, and application.
• Stay current of improvements in robotics and relevant field of engineering.
• May assume a team lead role for related work group (s)

Qualifications, Education, and/or Experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education in automation, mechanical, robotics, electrical engineering, computer science, or similar fields.
• Minimum of two years industrial/manufacturing required.
• Outstanding, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• PLC programming experience a plus
• Robotic programming experience a plus
• Verified ability to develop mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong analytical skills
• Computer science, applied physics, and history of mechanics preferred.

Physical Demands

• Office and Manufacturing Environment
• Stand and walk for long periods of time -Frequent sitting, working at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including being physically capable of maneuvering self throughout facility, Operations area, product, and equipment.
• Ability to function and facilitate job duties at various subsidiary locations when need is required.

EEOC Disclaimer


MAC Trailer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MAC Trailer does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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