Lead Robotic Technician — Automation Leader & Mentor

Magna International; Michigan; On-site; USD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International, Troy, MI, is seeking a Lead Robotic Technician to oversee setup and installation of GM-configured robots across single or multi-robot cells. The role requires strong programming capabilities, troubleshooting, and direction for junior technicians.

Candidates should have extensive experience with Fanuc robots, GM tooling, and offline programming. Team leadership and safety compliance, including ANSI 10218-2 standards, are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of hands-on robotics programming.
• Ability to lead a small team of robotic programmers.
• Experience with Fanuc robotics platforms and GM-specific tooling (GM wizard/GM standards) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Program robot paths and set up program structure for multiple robots.
• Install and configure robot IO and weld interfaces; run offline programming.
• Troubleshoot robotic systems and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Train and mentor other robot technicians.
• Read electrical and pneumatic schematics to support integration.

Skills

Robotic programming

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

Mechatronics/Automation/Robotics certificate

Tools

Fanuc DCS software

Fanuc Roboguide

GM wizard

GM standards

AutoCAD

GM MPS

Job description

Magna International, Troy, MI, is seeking a Lead Robotic Technician to oversee setup and installation of GM-configured robots across single or multi-robot cells. The role requires strong programming capabilities, troubleshooting, and direction for junior technicians.

Candidates should have extensive experience with Fanuc robots, GM tooling, and offline programming. Team leadership and safety compliance, including ANSI 10218-2 standards, are essential for success in this position.