Bilingual E/J Senior application engineer

Interplace, Inc.; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Engineer for paint/sealer application hardware and software development. The role requires expertise in industrial automation, project leadership, and fluency in Japanese. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in robotics and customer interaction, contributing to the success of advanced manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of experience with industrial robot automation.
• Fluent in Japanese and familiar with Japanese business culture.
• Experience in leading software engineering projects is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and debug paint/sealer application hardware and software.
• Lead projects and take responsibility during execution.
• Travel to customer locations for on-site support and commissioning.

Skills

Industrial robot automation

Leadership skills

Customer satisfaction focus

Education

Bachelor degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Trinity paint application equipment

Toyopuc PLC code

Toyota Carrot3 robot simulation software

Job description

• Design, development, debug of paint/sealer application hardware & PLC, GUI and robot software at company and on site at customer facilities.
• Specific emphasis on design to operate unique controls/application equipment not commonly used in North American automobile manufacturing facilities.
• Complete testing of software with application equipment.
• Travel to customer facilities for on-site debug, commissioning and facility launch.
• Lead engineer on projects. Assume leadership role during project execution for specialized equipment.


• Bachelor degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum eight years of experience with industrial robot automation OR five years’ experience with industrial robot automation and experience as a lead software engineer on projects of significant size/volume.
• Fluent in Japanese and intimate experience/knowledge of Japanese business culture and etiquette
• Experience and knowledge of following controls/application equipment/software:
o Experience with Trinity paint application (bell applicators) equipment required
o Toyopuc PLC code experience preferred
o Toyota Carrot3 robot simulation software preferred
• Strong Interpersonal and leadership skills with emphasis on customer satisfaction.

Job Category

Position