Robot Commissioning Engineer

Quest Global; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 75,768 - 89,544; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a Robot Commissioning Engineer for leading the on-site commissioning of robotic systems in Erlanger, Kentucky. This role focuses on advanced robotic fleets and involves significant interaction with OEMs and internal teams to ensure successful implementations.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in related engineering fields and has over three years of hands-on commissioning experience. Competitive pay ranging from $55 to $65 per hour, depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with automated material handling and robotic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and network diagrams.
• Extensive travel to project sites required (70%+).

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning of robotic systems and automate material handling.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and software issues.
• Document commissioning activities and provide training to client teams.

Skills

Robotic system architecture

PLC and controls fundamentals

Troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and software domains

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Controls, Automation, or Robotics Engineering

Tools

Industry-standard protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP)

Job description

We are seeking a Robot Commissioning Engineer to lead the on-site commissioning of advanced robotic and goods‑to‑person systems for warehouse automation and intralogistics projects. This role goes well beyond traditional PLC commissioning. You will be responsible for setting up, inducting, testing, and troubleshooting robotic fleets from leading OEMs—including Exotec, Geek+, HAI Robotics, and Tompkins Robotics—and serving as the technical bridge between equipment manufacturers, our internal engineering teams, and the customer.

What You Will Do

• Lead and execute on‑site commissioning of robotic systems, including Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), Automated Case‑handling Robots (ACRs), goods‑to‑person systems, and robotic sortation solutions from Exotec, Geek+, HAI Robotics, Tompkins Robotics, and similar OEMs.
• Set up, configure, and induct robots into operational fleets, including charging infrastructure, mapping/localization, traffic management, and zone configuration.
• Perform functional, integration, and acceptance testing of robotic systems against design specifications and customer requirements.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, controls, network, and software issues across robotic hardware and supervisory control layers.
• Verify and validate interfaces between robotic systems, PLC‑controlled equipment (conveyors, lifts, sorters), WCS/WES platforms, and host systems (WMS/ERP).
• Serve as the primary technical liaison with robotic OEMs—coordinating equipment delivery, escalating issues, managing firmware/software updates, and ensuring vendor deliverables are met.
• Collaborate closely with internal controls engineers, project managers, and integration teams to align commissioning activities with the broader system bring‑up.
• Support site acceptance testing (SAT), performance/throughput ramp‑up, and the transition to operational handover.
• Document commissioning activities, test results, punch lists, and as‑built configurations.
• Provide on‑site training and knowledge transfer to customer operations and maintenance teams.
• Support troubleshooting and optimization during go‑live and the early production stabilization period.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Controls, Automation, or Robotics Engineering—or equivalent technical experience.
• 3+ years of hands‑on commissioning experience with automated material handling, robotic, or intralogistics systems.
• Strong understanding of robotic system architecture, including fleet management software, robot controllers, and supervisory control layers.
• Solid PLC and controls fundamentals, with the ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, network diagrams, and sequence‑of‑operations documentation.
• Working knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, REST/API‑based integrations, Wi‑Fi/RF for mobile robotics).
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interface confidently with OEMs, internal teams, and customer stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively to project sites (frequently 70%+, project‑dependent).

Pay Range

$55 - $65 per hour

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job‑related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure.

Working Conditions

• This role is considered a field‑based onsite position with frequent travels (up to 70%) to project sites throughout North America.
• Some weekend/night work required as needed.
• Standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Occasional climbing on steps, scaffolding, and/or mezzanines.
• Sitting in and/or driving a vehicle for a long period of time.
• Working with computers for a long period of time.
• Working in office, warehouse, and manufacturing facilities.
• Possible exposure to noise levels exceeding recommended DBA levels.