Robotics & Automation Engineer

Akkodis; Michigan; On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401K plan

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a Robotics & Automation Engineer for a 12+ month contract in Sterling Heights, MI. The position focuses on leading robotic programming for shell and ACME grinding operations, developing and validating robot programs, and ensuring compliance with quality standards in investment casting manufacturing.

The role requires hands-on interaction with manufacturing equipment, performing root cause investigations, and driving continuous improvements in safety, quality, and productivity.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

ABB RAPID

PLC programming

Siemens NX

MS Office

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a Robotics & Automation Engineer for a 12+ months Contract position with a client located in Sterling Heights, MI.

Pay Range: $34/hr. - $44/hr. On W2 (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)

Summary:

The Programming Process Owner provides technical leadership for robotic programming and process development, supporting the manufacture of Equiaxed and Directionally Solidified investment castings. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing robotic programs for shell and ACME robotic grinding operations, ensuring compliance with company and customer requirements, supporting new product introduction, and driving continuous process improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and reliability.

This position requires regular interaction with manufacturing equipment and personnel in both office and production environments. The role may involve standing, walking, lifting moderate loads, and exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, including noise, moving equipment, dust, vibration, and varying temperatures.

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.

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.

Skills:

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of robotic manufacturing processes, process development, automation, process control, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with 3D CAD software, preferably Siemens NX (Unigraphics).

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• additional voluntary benefits
• an EAP program
• commuter benefits
• and a 401K plan

Our benefit offerings provide employees with the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records by federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers