Automation Engineer

Standard Bots

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 150,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock options

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Standard Bots is a New York-based robotics company building AI-powered six-axis robot arms designed and manufactured in the United States. We deploy turn-key robotic solutions and offer comprehensive training and support across customer sites.

This role focuses on hands-on deployment, programming, and ongoing support to ensure uptime and customer satisfaction. The Automation Engineer will lead cell design, integration, and on-site commissioning, collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and

Qualifications

3–5 years hands-on experience integrating industrial or collaborative robots.
Led complete turn-key automation projects from design through customer acceptance.
Experience programming cobots or industrial robots (e.g., UR, FANUC, KUKA, ABB).
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Robotics or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Design robotic cell architecture and safety zone layouts.
Program robots using our toolchain; develop motion paths and vision-guided logic.
Integrate robots with PLCs, HMIs, MES, and ERP via standard protocols.
Lead on-site installation, startup, and customer handoff.
Provide remote and on-site troubleshooting during warranty and post-deployment period.

Skills

Robotics integration

Project management

Customer-facing skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Mechatronics / Robotics

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

PLC programming tools

Vision systems (Cognex/Keyence)

Job description

About Standard Bots

Standard Bots is a New York-based robotics company building AI-powered six-axis robot arms designed and manufactured in the United States. Founded to make industrial automation more accessible and affordable, Standard Bots takes a vertically integrated approach — developing its own hardware, software, vision system, and electronics — so manufacturers of all sizes can deploy robots without specialized expertise or coding skills. Standard Bots' robots are trusted by organizations ranging from independent machine shops to NASA and Lockheed Martin. Standard Bots is the largest U.S. industrial robotics company by robots shipped and one of the fastest-growing in the industry.

Location

This role is onsite 5 days/week onsite in our South East PA shop

Role overview

As an Automation Engineer focused on turn‑key robotic integration, you will be the hands‑on technical owner for deploying Standard Bots solutions at customer manufacturing sites. You'll take projects from initial site assessment and cell design through installation, programming, testing, and customer handoff — ensuring every deployment runs reliably and exceeds uptime expectations. You're equally comfortable in a conference room drawing cell layouts and on a factory floor running cables, tuning vision systems, and troubleshooting with maintenance teams. You hold yourself to high standards on safety, documentation, and customer satisfaction.

What you’ll do

Integration Design & Planning

Conduct site surveys and process reviews to define robotic cell architecture, end‑of‑arm tooling, fixturing, and safety zone layout
Develop detailed integration specifications, I/O maps, wiring diagrams, and risk assessments
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to size and select peripheral equipment — grippers, conveyors, sensors, vision systems, and safety hardware

Robot Programming & Commissioning

Program robots using Standard Bots' toolchain; develop motion paths, force control routines, and vision‑guided pick logic
Integrate robots with PLCs, HMIs, MES, and customer ERP systems via standard industrial protocols (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP)
Perform FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing), resolving mechanical, electrical, and software punch list items
Commission safety systems including laser scanners, light curtains, area mats, and collaborative‑mode force/speed monitoring

Customer Deployment & Handoff

Lead on‑site installation and startup, coordinating with customer facilities, maintenance, and production teams
Develop and deliver operator and maintenance training programs tailored to each customer's technical maturity
Produce clear, accurate as‑built documentation: wiring diagrams, PLC I/O lists, robot program backups, and maintenance SOPs

Ongoing Support & Improvement

Provide remote and on‑site troubleshooting support during the warranty and post deployment period
Track field issues and communicate root causes and corrective actions to the product and engineering teams
Identify process improvement opportunities across the integration practice: reusable code libraries, template cell designs, and commissioning checklists

What you’ll bring

3–5 years of hands‑on experience integrating industrial or collaborative robots in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated track record of leading complete turn‑key automation projects from design through customer acceptance
Experience programming cobots or industrial robots (e.g., Universal Robots, Fanuc, KUKA, ABB, or equivalent); Standard Bots training provided

Technical Skills

Solid understanding of robot kinematics, end‑of‑arm tooling selection, and collaborative safety standards
PLC programming experience (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent) and familiarity with industrial networking protocols
Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) for cell layout and fixture design
Hands‑on electrical skills: reading schematics, panel wiring, and basic troubleshooting with a multimeter and oscilloscope
Familiarity with machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, or similar) for part detection and guidance

Soft Skills & Mindset

Strong project management instincts: you track open items, communicate proactively, and deliver on time
Customer‑facing confidence: comfortable presenting technical plans to operations managers and C‑suite stakeholders alike
Detail‑oriented, disciplined, self‑directed, and resourceful

Nice to have

Experience with ROS2 or other robot middleware frameworks
Background in machine tending, palletizing, welding automation, or assembly applications
Familiarity with OEE metrics and lean manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, SMED)
OSHA 10/30 courses or equivalent manufacturing safety training
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Robotics Engineering (or equivalent practical experience)
Experience deploying automation in regulated industries (FDA, automotive IATF 16949)

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $150,000.

We are open to a variety of seniority levels for this role and will build compensation packages that are commensurate with seniority and skill level. Base salary is just one part of the overall compensation at Standard Bots.