Automation Engineering Technician - Robot Programming

Lincoln Electric; Kentucky; On-site; USD 35,817 - 50,971; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric Automation in Fort Loramie, OH is seeking an Engineering Technician to program robots, debug systems, and lead automation startups for complex robotic manufacturing lines prior to customer runoff.

The role serves as a key technical resource for robotic integration, controls troubleshooting, and system optimization, ensuring equipment meets performance, quality, and customer requirements before deployment. Travel to customer sites is approximately 25–50%.

Qualifications

• Associate/technical degree in Electrical Tech, Robotics, Mechatronics, or Automation.
• Minimum 3 years in industrial automation, robotics, or machine integration.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting robots (FANUC, Yaskawa, ABB, OTC, Nachi).
• Working knowledge of PLCs/HMIs (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron, or Bosch).
• Willingness to travel 25–50% for startup and training.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize industrial robots and systems.
• Debug automated systems prior to shipment.
• Support startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities.
• Maintain accurate electrical schematics and documentation.
• Mentor junior technicians and coordinate technical activities.
• Ensure compliance with ISO procedures and safety standards.

Skills

Robot programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Teamwork

Robotics systems

Education

Associate/technical degree

Tools

FANUC

Yaskawa Motoman

ABB

OTC

Nachi

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

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Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Fort Loramie
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing
Pay Range: ($26.27 / hr - $37.52 / hr)

Summary

Are you are a hands-on automation professional with a passion for robot programming, troubleshooting, and system startup? Do you thrive in fast-paced project environments, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and take pride in delivering high-performing robotic systems that exceed customer expectations ? Lincoln Electric Automation is seeking a Engineering Technicnian for out Fort Loramie, OH manufacturing plant.

The Engineering Technician is primarily responsible for robot programming, system debugging, and automation startup for complex robotic manufacturing systems prior to customer runoff. This role serves as a key technical resource for robotic integration, controls troubleshooting, and system optimization, ensuring all equipment meets performance, quality, and customer requirements before deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize industrial robots, including path development, process refinement, and cycle time improvements.
• Debug and validate automated systems prior to customer runoff and shipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving robot programs, PLCs, HMIs, electrical wiring, safety systems, industrial networks, and fieldbus communications.
• Support startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities both in-house and at customer sites.
• Serve as Lead Technician on assigned projects, coordinating technical activities and supporting project execution.
• Maintain accurate as-built electrical schematics and system documentation.
• Assist in the development of technical manuals, training materials, and customer documentation.
• Provide customer training and technical support during installation and startup activities.
• Partner with Engineering, Production, Service, Sales, and Estimating teams to support project success.
• Mentor junior technicians and support team skill development.
• Ensure compliance with ISO procedures, quality standards, and company objectives.
• Take initiative to meet project schedules, budget targets, and customer expectations.

Required Qaulifications

• Associate degree or technical degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation Technology, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial automation, robotics, controls programming, or machine integration.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting industrial robots with one or more of the following FANUC,Yaskawa Motoman,ABB,OTC,Nachi.
• Working knowledge of PLC and HMI platforms - Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron, or Bosch preferred.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and system debug skills.
• Knowledge of industrial safety systems, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, and other industrial network protocols.
• Ability to travel for customer startup, commissioning, and training activities: approximately 25-50% travel required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Experience in robotic welding (MIG, TIG, Laser, or Spot) preferred.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Nearest Secondary Market: Findlay
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