Lead Paint Robotics Engineer - Automotive Applications

Branex Group; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Branex Group seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer – Paint Application to support robotic paint systems for automotive customers in Auburn Hills, MI. You will lead design, integration, and installation efforts, with 20–30% travel to domestic and international sites, collaborating closely with customers and internal teams.

The role requires a 5+ year background in robotics and paint applications, proficiency with SolidWorks/AutoCAD, and strong communication and problem-solving skills to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics engineering (or related).
• Minimum 5+ years of engineering experience in robotics, automotive paint systems, paint application, or related fields.
• Experience with robotic paint systems and system integration.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel 20–30% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical and system integration support for robotic paint systems, including upgrades and improvements.
• Design robotic paint cells and system layouts based on customer requirements.
• Develop 3D designs, layouts, manufacturing details using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Support paint application engineering, including cycle time studies, robot pathing, speeds, and atomizer selection.
• Evaluate equipment configurations for various automotive paint applications and substrates.
• Develop scopes of work, RFQs, and installation requirements.
• Provide technical training and supervise equipment installations at customer facilities.
• Travel domestically and internationally to support customer projects.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Branex Group seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer – Paint Application to support robotic paint systems for automotive customers in Auburn Hills, MI. You will lead design, integration, and installation efforts, with 20–30% travel to domestic and international sites, collaborating closely with customers and internal teams.

The role requires a 5+ year background in robotics and paint applications, proficiency with SolidWorks/AutoCAD, and strong communication and problem-solving skills to deliver