Manufacturing Robotics Engineer/ PLC

TechStar Group; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Technology Engineer in Georgetown, KY to deploy innovative virtual safety systems for robotics. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with proven expertise in PLC programming and robotic system integration. Experience in the automotive industry, along with project management skills, is essential. The job includes overtime and travel responsibilities, offering unique opportunities in technology-driven environments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience in developing and integrating robotic systems.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Deploy new virtual safety systems for robots.
• Manage project schedules and vendor coordination.
• Install and interpret engineering drawings.

Skills

Full PLC programming

Robotic systems development

Project management

Computer aided design techniques

Vision systems experience

Proficiency with Excel

Ability to analyze engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics or Robotics Engineering

Tools

Robot Operating System (ROS)

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Position: Advanced Manufacturing Technology Engineer

Location: Georgetown, KY

Duration: 12 Months Contract

Notes:

OT: Upto 20% (every other weekend), Travel: 25%, domestic and international to Canada for meetings.

An ideal candidate should be experience with full PLC programming from the scratch.

Toyopuc experience is a must.

Bachelor's degree required in Computer Science, Mechatronics Engineering or Robotics Engineering. (Degree should be through an ABET accredited program).

Job Description:

• Work with deploy new virtual safety system which will allow robots to work without fences.
• 2+ years of Automotive Industry experience.
• Hands-on experience in developing and integrating robotic systems using ROS “Robot Operating System”.
• Exp with Vision Systems

Requirements:

• Proven experience in development of innovative projects in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience with project management including writing detailed scopes of work, creating schedules, managing vendors/contractors, and providing regular status updates
• Proven use of computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) engineering software techniques
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering drawings
• Proven demonstration of installing manufacturing equipment
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Willingness and ability to travel, domestically and internationally as required (~25%).
• Willingness to work overtime (~20%) as required.
• Experience in PLC Projects, including program writing, teaching, and safety standards
• Evidence of deployed machine vision systems

Nice to have:

• Masters or PHD degree in controls, robotics or mechatronics discipline
• Proven experience with JSA/JHA
• Experience in construction management
• Experience in automotive manufacturing plant
• Project Management certification
• Proven experience with securing approval of funding for projects
• Familiarity with SAE/ISO, NFPA/NEC, and UL standards
• Proven experience with conducting equipment risk assessments
• Experience deploying and troubleshooting vision systems
• Experience integrating the following products: Allen-Bradley, Rockwell, Siemens, GE, Schneider, Keyence, Cognex, IR Vision, Mitsubishi, IFM, CODESYS, Ignition, MIR, MATLAB, Visual studio, Otto, ABB, Fanuc, Kawasaki, Universal Robots, Kepware