Robotics Automation Engineer (Yaskawa/MotoSim)

L&T Technology Services; Vonore (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

L&T Technology Services in Vonore, TN, seeks an experienced robotics engineer to design and program automated workcells and EOAT, ensuring compliance with ASME Y14.5 and safety standards. You will lead robot-logic development and motion optimization, with emphasis on integration of vision systems and safety architectures.

The role requires expert programming of 6-axis robots, proficiency with Cognex/Keyence vision systems, and strong system-analysis skills for validating performance and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Expert-level experience programming 6-axis robots.
• Integrated vision platforms Cognex/Keyence required.
• Experience with ANSI/RIA safety standards and ISO 10218.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of automation cells and EOAT per ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Perform robot reachability studies and payload analysis to validate performance.
• Integrate safety PLCs, light curtains, and fail-safe mechanisms for zero-harm operation.
• Design and program complex robotic workcells and optimize motion profiles.
• Perform risk assessments and safety analyses per ANSI/RIA R15.06 and ISO 10218.

Job description

• A strong background in mechanical engineering principles combined with elite-level programming and system analysis capabilities to bridge the gap between physical design and complex control logic.


• System Design & Analysis: Lead the mechanical design of custom automation cells and end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) ensuring adherence to ASME Y14.5 standards.


• Feasibility & Validation: Conduct rigorous Robot Reachability studies and Payload Analysis (accounting for joint torque, center of gravity, and moment of inertia) to validate system performance before physical execution.


• Simulation experience using MotoSim software is compulsory.


• Safety & Compliance: Perform comprehensive Risk Assessments and Safety Analyses in accordance with ANSI/RIA R15.06 and ISO 10218. Integrate safety PLCs, light curtains, and fail‑safe mechanisms to ensure a zero‑harm environment.


• Robotics & Programming: Design and program complex robotic workcells. Act as the subject matter expert for high-level robot logic and motion profile optimization.


• Online Robot programming experience on Yasakawa robots is must.


• waterjet cutting applications are preferred.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.


• Robotics & Vision: Expert-level experience in programming 6‑axis robots.


• Integrated vision platforms (e.g., Cognex, Keyence) are compulsory.


• Safety Standards: Demonstrated experience in accordance with ANSI/RIA R15.06 and ISO 10218 and risk assessment methodologies.