Automation Engineer: Robotics & Controls Lead
igus Inc.
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Job summary
igus Inc. in Rhode Island is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, program, integrate, and deploy automation solutions for customers and internal operations.
You will evaluate project requirements, develop control strategies, integrate robotics systems, and support projects from concept through commissioning. This on-site role requires occasional travel to customer sites and tradeshows.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
- Experience in industrial automation or robotics.
- Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and motion control.
- Experience with automation programming and troubleshooting.
- Willingness to travel occasionally.
- Strong communication and project management skills.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement automation solutions with robotics and sensors.
- Develop PLC, HMI, robot, and motion control programs.
- Lead projects from concept to deployment and coordinate cross-functional teams.
- Integrate robots, vision systems, conveyors, and automation equipment into production-ready systems.
- Prototype, test, validate, and improve automation systems.
- Provide technical support and customer engagement; deliver training and presentations.
- Create technical documentation and ensure safety compliance.
- Support internal automation initiatives to boost productivity.
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Job description
igus Inc. in Rhode Island is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, program, integrate, and deploy automation solutions for customers and internal operations.
You will evaluate project requirements, develop control strategies, integrate robotics systems, and support projects from concept through commissioning. This on-site role requires occasional travel to customer sites and tradeshows.
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