Robot Commissioning Engineer

Esme Robotics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative robotics firm in Austin, TX, is seeking an experienced Robot Commissioning Engineer to lead robotics development and optimization for automotive manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 3 years in robot commissioning. Proficiency with ABB, Fanuc, and KUKA is essential. The role involves hands-on project work with leading OEMs and requires flexibility to travel to customer sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in robot commissioning in production environments.
• Proficiency with ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, or Yaskawa systems.
• Understanding of robot–PLC integration and industrial safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Commission, debug, and optimize robot applications for automotive lines.
• Integrate robots with tooling, PLCs, and safety devices.
• Document configuration changes and support customer training.

Skills

Robot commissioning

Programming

Debugging

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

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

Tools

ABB robotics

Fanuc robotics

KUKA robotics

Job description

Esme Robotics is driving the next generation of automotive robotics and manufacturing automation. We’re seeking an experienced Robot Commissioning Engineer to lead the development, debugging, and optimization of robotic applications for large‑scale automotive programs.

You’ll work hand‑on with leading robot platforms (ABB, Fanuc, KUKA) in real production environments—supporting Body‑in‑White, Powertrain, and EV assembly systems for major OEMs including Tesla, GM, and other automotive manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Commission, debug, and optimize robot applications for automotive manufacturing lines.
• Support system installation, power‑up, and acceptance testing at customer sites.
• Integrate robots with tooling, PLCs, safety devices, and vision systems.
• Load and validateOLP (Offline Programming)data, verify I/O signals, and tune cycle times for performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot robot paths, safety circuits, and communication interfaces.
• Collaborate with PLC, tooling, and process teams to ensure synchronization between robot and line operations.
• Document configuration changes, backup robot programs, and support customer handover and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree inMechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Automation Engineering(or related field).
• 3+ years of hands‑on experiencein robot commissioning, programming, or debugging inautomotive production environments.
• Proficiency with ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, or Yaskawa robot systems.
• Familiarity withOEM technical standards(Tesla, GM, Ford, Stellantis, or similar).
• Understanding ofrobot–PLC integration, fieldbus networks (PROFINET, Ethernet/IP), and industrial safety systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to travel and work on‑site at customer facilities as required.
• Professional proficiency in English;Mandarin Chinese a plus.

Details

• Location: Austin, TX (local candidates preferred; others considered)
• Type: Contract (independent contractor or fixed‑term)
• Work Authorization: Must have valid U.S. work authorization. OPT candidates welcome.

Why Join Us

Join a high‑performance engineering team building next‑generation automation solutions for the automotive industry. You’ll work directly on factory‑level robot commissioning projects with top OEMs and Tier‑1 integrators, gaining exposure to the latest robotic, PLC, and integration technologies.

Esme Robotics is an equal opportunity organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion, safety, and professional growth.