Lead Automation Engineer - Robotics & PLCs (Direct Hire)

FlexTek

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

FlexTek is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to lead hands-on robotics and controls improvements in a manufacturing setting. You will own projects from concept through implementation, optimizing FANUC robots and cobots, and integrating vision systems to boost production efficiency.

The role emphasizes ownership, autonomy, and the opportunity to drive Industry 4.0 initiatives with Siemens PLC/HMI expertise and a strong robotics background.

Qualifications

Experience programming and troubleshooting robotics.
Strong Siemens PLC and HMI experience.
Knowledge of industrial vision systems (Cognex/Keyence).
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent automation experience.

Responsibilities

Optimize and program FANUC robotic systems.
Increase utilization of cobots.
Design, troubleshoot, and improve Siemens PLC and HMI control systems.
Integrate vision systems into manufacturing processes.
Support Industry 4.0 initiatives through machine connectivity and automation.
Lead automation projects from concept through implementation.
Improve production efficiency by implementing automation solutions.
Develop the site's automation capabilities.

Skills

Robotics programming

Siemens PLC/HMI programming

Industrial vision systems

M2M connectivity

ABB robotics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

FANUC robotics

Siemens PLC

Cognex Vision

Keyence Vision

ABB robotics

Job description

The role emphasizes ownership, autonomy, and the opportunity to drive Industry 4.0 initiatives with Siemens PLC/HMI expertise and a strong robotics background.

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