R&D Mechanical Engineer – Robotics & Paint Systems

FANUC Corporation; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Program

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term DisabilityPlans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Holiday & Vacation Program

Job summary

FANUC Corporation in the United States is seeking a Research & Development Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design and analysis for robotic painting systems. You will design linkages, select drives, and build robust components, while evaluating cost and performance.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams and hands-on testing are key parts of the role. The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering background, CAD experience (SolidWorks, Mathcad), and a passion for robotics.

Qualifications

• Experience through coursework, research, internships, co-op assignments, or industry work involving mechanical design and analysis.
• Fundamental understanding of machine design, mechanisms, and mechanical system development.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly documentation, and technical procedures.
• Exposure to CAD modeling software and engineering calculation tools, including SolidWorks, Mathcad, or similar platforms.
• Interest in robotics, automation, and the development of industrial equipment.
• Demonstrated analytical and troubleshooting skills for solving mechanical and interdisciplinary engineering challenges.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and contribute to project schedules and technical deliverables.
• Willingness to learn FANUC robot operation, programming, and robotic application development.

Responsibilities

• Selection and packaging of mechanical components
• Develop, update, modify and release component and assembly designs and drawings using SolidWorks
• Define and implement required analysis for mechanical design problems
• Review and rationalization of commercial component options for a design
• Design castings, weldments, drive components, and various other machined parts
• Complete and release production drawings with minimum supervision
• Establish dimensions and tolerances for new components, including application of GD&T principles
• Address and resolve design concerns identified by assembly technicians and/or suppliers
• Estimate the duration and labor cost to complete a proposed design
• Release components and bills of materials (BOMs) in the Oracle ERP system
• Develop and execute paint product validation and performance tests
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative robotic painting systems
• Develop simple project schedules to support engineering activities and project milestones
• Create technical procedures, work instructions and content for product documentation
• Some business travel is also required as needed

Skills

Mechanical design

Analysis

Problem solving

Reading drawings

CAD modeling

SolidWorks

Mathcad

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Mathcad

ANSYS

Job description

FANUC Corporation in the United States is seeking a Research & Development Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design and analysis for robotic painting systems. You will design linkages, select drives, and build robust components, while evaluating cost and performance.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams and hands-on testing are key parts of the role. The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering background, CAD experience (SolidWorks, Mathcad), and a passion for robotics.