Robotic Welding Technician

Goodwin Recruiting; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Robotic Weld & Automation Technician to support robotic weld cells and automated manufacturing equipment. You will partner with Production and Engineering to resolve equipment issues, minimize downtime, and improve reliability.

The role requires hands-on experience with industrial robots, including FANUC, and strong electrical/mechanical troubleshooting skills. You will perform maintenance, basic robot programming, and training, while adhering to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience with industrial robots or robotic welding.
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, pneumatic troubleshooting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Basic robot programming using teach pendant.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and controls on robots and automation equipment.
• Diagnose robot faults involving I/O, sensors, servos, motors, safety circuits, tooling and weld equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on robots, weld cells, EO tooling, grippers and fixtures.
• Make basic robot program adjustments using teach pendant and verify positions.
• Serve as first contact for robot station errors and escalate to Robot Engineering as needed.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and automation improvements.
• Document repairs and recurring issues to identify lasting solutions.
• Develop standard work instructions and train personnel on operation, troubleshooting and safety.
• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO).

Skills

Robotics troubleshooting

Industrial automation

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Robot programming

Teach pendant programming

I/O, sensors, servos

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training in robotics/automation

Degree in robotics/mechatronics

Tools

FANUC

Job description

Robotic Weld & Automation Technician

Are you a hands-on automation technician with a talent for troubleshooting and keeping production running? Our client are seeking a Robotic Weld & Automation Technician to support robotic weld cells and automated manufacturing equipment. In this role, you will partner with Production and Engineering to resolve equipment issues, minimize downtime, and improve reliability.

Robotic Weld & Automation Technician Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and controls issues on robots and automated production equipment.
• Diagnose robot faults involving I/O, sensors, servos, motors, safety circuits, tooling, and weld equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on robots, weld cells, end-of-arm tooling, grippers, fixtures, and production equipment.
• Make basic robot program and position adjustments using a teach pendant, and check mastering, calibration, tooling, and programmed positions.
• Serve as the first point of contact for robot station errors, resolving issues and escalating complex problems to Robot Engineering.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and automation improvements.
• Document repairs, maintenance, and recurring equipment issues to help identify lasting solutions.
• Collaborate with Production and Engineering to develop standard work instructions and train personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting, and safety.
• Follow all required safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO).

Robotic Weld & Automation Technician Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience with industrial robots, automation, equipment maintenance, or robotic welding.
• FANUC experience strongly preferred.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, with the ability to troubleshoot pneumatic and controls systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and mechanical drawings.
• Basic robot programming experience using a teach pendant.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively with Production and Engineering teams.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or a degree in robotics, automation, electrical, welding, or mechatronics preferred.

ITAR Requirement:

This role is subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or U.S. person status is required.

JOB ID: 182653#post

Becky Tiley