Mechatronic/Robotic Technician IV

Challenge Mfg. Holdings, Inc.; Plant (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Health Savings Account

401k match

ESOP shares

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing in Spartanburg, SC is seeking an Automation Technician IV to mentor team members and lead advanced robotics and PLC projects across welding cells. You will perform troubleshooting, programming, and maintenance of automated equipment with safety and quality at the forefront.

Success requires a strong Mechatronics background, journeyman credentials or equivalent, and a proven ability to read electrical schematics, modify robot routines, and support continuous improvements

Qualifications

• Industrial maintenance/automation role Requires strong electrical/mechanical background.
• Journeyman certification or technical degree preferred.
• Experience with PLCs, robotics, welding applications is essential.

Responsibilities

• Mentor Automation Technician I-III and Weld Technicians on duties.
• Troubleshoot and program robots and PLCs; read electrical schematics.
• Perform preventive maintenance on automated welding systems and equipment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Robot programming

PLC programming

Schematic reading

Welding knowledge

Education

Journeyman electrician

2-year technical degree

Mechatronics certificate

Tools

RoboCAD/Robot Studio

Miyachi Weld Tester

RAFT Emhart DA

Job description

Who We Are:

Challenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations. Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success! Challenge is #QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered!

Who We Want:

Provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting and operations of automated welding cells within a production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assess welding/robotic applications, as well as mentor Auto Technician I-III team members

What You’ll Do:

Mentor Automation Technician level I-III members as well as Weld Technicians Ability to execute with proficiency all duties and responsibilities requirements of Automation technician III. Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment. Demonstrate advanced level proficiency in troubleshooting using electrical / mechanical prints. Use electrical system knowledge and electrical schematics / prints to troubleshoot electrical components and circuits (Connecting circuit breakers, transformers, or other components in a junction box or panel). Perform tasks at an intermediate level with electrician supervision: Wiring harnesses Drive systems Relays Boards Motors Modify and perform intermediate programming tasks of robots in all robotic applications. Perform basic offline programming using RoboCAD/Robot Studio. TCP Verification. I/O Simulation. Move Creation/Modification. Zone Setups. Intermediate weld troubleshooting for all welding applications (drawn arc, GMAW, resistance welding, projection welding, Pneumatic systems, etc.). Use the following equipment safely at an advanced level: Hand measuring tools Multi meters Amp meters Welding current meter Digital force gauge Micro-Ohm meter Fixture adjustments – minor shim moves on processes based off of manufacture details (with guidance from a Weld Maintenance Mechanic III or Manufacturing Engineer). Understanding of shimming processes. Setup and troubleshoot Poke Yoke systems and applications. Automation Technician IV must demonstrate competency in (2) of the below specialties: PLC Programming Intermediate PLC programming (add sensor & change sequence) Strong understanding of ladder logic and intermediate level ability to troubleshoot issues through a PLC Program Panel View (HMI) Troubleshoot/ Setup I/O blocks Search, cross reference, and edit a program Troubleshoot HMI system Load program Replace components (i.e., logical module, screen, etc. ) Replace system, set IP address, set system name Troubleshoot Valve Stacks Intermediate robot programming methods Load ID Gun Tuning Adding system components (i.e., add valves/ I/O blocks) Program robot offline (write routines) Setup / troubleshoot issues with tool changers Setup / troubleshoot issues with external axes TCP creation and verification (experience with ABB Bullseye system is a plus) Creating offset positions Replace motors, resolvers, serial pulse coders Intermediate Weld Troubleshooting If needed, rebuild or reload schedules. Make changes as directed by Weld Engineers using RAFT Emhart DA schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers Conduct preventive maintenance activities on specialty equipment MIG weld schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers Cap / Electrode studies and weld validation Calibrate squeeze force on spot weld guns Troubleshoot Drawn Arc Stud Welding issues as well as basic programming Troubleshoot/ setup projection welds Working knowledge of Miyachi Weld Tester

When and Where:

This will be a 1st Shift / 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM M-F position located at our Plant in Spartanburg, SC.

What You Need to Have:

High School Diploma or equivalent (required). Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications. Ability to obtain industrial truck and aerial platform licenses (required). Excellent verbal communication skills (required). Experience with Microsoft applications (i.e., word, excel, outlook, etc.). Successful completion of Automation Technician II written and performance tests (internal candidates). Successful completion of Automation Technician II written and performance tests (internal and external candidates). Knowledge of PLC systems and Intermediate programming methods (required). Industrial Maintenance / Machine Repair / Electrician Journeyman certification, or 2-year technical degree, or equivalent work experience (required). Minimum 3 years of Weld Technician, Automation Technician, or equivalent experience (required). Mechatronics certificate or journeyperson card (preferred). Associates degree in mechatronics, controls, maintenance technician (preferred). Minimum 10 years combined experience and education as an Automation Technician or Equivalent experience and education (preferred). Strong electrical and mechanical background in industrial and automated systems.

Who We Are:

Challenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations. Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success! Challenge is #QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered!

We’re excited to offer a range of awesome benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options, an Employer 401k Match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, a Referral Bonus Program, Challenge Incentive Program, and paid time off. Please note, while these benefits are part of what we offer, they may not all apply to this specific role. The details shared in this job description are intended to give you a general idea, but duties and responsibilities may evolve over time, with or without notice. And of course, we’re happy to provide reasonable accommodations to help individuals with disabilities succeed in their role.