Robotic Process Engineer: Grinding & Automation

Ampcus, Inc; Gibsonton (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. is seeking a Technical Process Engineer to lead robotic programming and process development for investment casting operations in Gibsonton, FL. You will develop and optimize robotic programs, validate parameters, and ensure alignment with quality standards.

The role requires experience with ABB RAPID, Siemens NX, and PLC ladder logic, plus strong problem-solving and cross-functional teamwork to drive safety, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in investment casting manufacturing.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting ABB robotic systems using RAPID.
• Experience with robotic grinding, material removal processes, or automated finishing operations preferred.
• Knowledge of PLCs and ladder logic.
• Demonstrated success leading technical projects and delivering results.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and support robotic programming processes for shell and ACME robotic grinding operations.
• Develop, validate, approve, and maintain part-specific robotic programs and associated process parameters.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with internal standards, customer specifications, and quality requirements.
• Monitor critical process controls and lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for process and product nonconformities.
• Develop and optimize robotic grinding methods, tooling strategies, and process parameters to improve quality, cycle time, and operational efficiency.
• Support capital equipment and automation projects, including equipment specification, technical requirements development, installation, commissioning, validation, and production implementation.
• Develop technical requirements and engineering specifications for new robotic and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with Part Engineering, Process Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Maintenance to implement best practices and support production objectives.
• Support new product introduction activities through process development, programming validation, and production readiness activities.
• Evaluate process performance using data analysis and implement improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, reliability, and cost effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standards, work instructions, and training materials.
• Provide technical support and training for robotic programming, robotic grinding, and manufacturing processes.
• Serve as a backup programmer for CNC and EDM operations as required.

Skills

Robotic programming

Process development

Data analysis

Root cause investigations

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent experience

Tools

ABB RAPID

Siemens NX

PLC ladder logic

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is seeking a Technical Process Engineer to lead robotic programming and process development for investment casting operations in Gibsonton, FL. You will develop and optimize robotic programs, validate parameters, and ensure alignment with quality standards.

The role requires experience with ABB RAPID, Siemens NX, and PLC ladder logic, plus strong problem-solving and cross-functional teamwork to drive safety, productivity, and continuous improvement.