Robotics & Automation Manager

Software Placement Group, SPG; Markle (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group, SPG, is seeking a Robotics & Automation Manager in Markle, IN, on its first shift. You will lead a team of Robotics Programmers and Robotic Process Technicians to maintain and improve automated systems, ensuring top performance on the shop floor.

You will drive welding automation initiatives, supervise project lifecycles from concept to installation, and collaborate with Operations and Continuous Improvement to advance future automation strategies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.
• 4–5 years robotics programming and automation in manufacturing.
• 2+ years leadership or supervisory experience managing technical staff.
• Strong experience with robotic programming for welding.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, ladder logic, electrical systems, sensors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and vision systems.
• Experience with 2D/3D CAD.
• Familiarity with ERP and product configuration systems.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a hands‑on, practical approach.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Robotics Programmers and Robotic Process Technicians.
• Identify and prioritize automation opportunities across weld, blast, and paint operations.
• Lead automation projects from concept and programming through installation, testing, and production.
• Use tools such as Fanuc Roboguide and WeldPro to simulate and validate robotic programs.
• Read drawings and 3D models to support automation design and robotic programming.
• Serve as the go‑to resource for robotics, PLCs, electrical systems, sensors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and tooling.

Skills

Robotics leadership

Robotics programming

PLC programming

CAD (2D/3D)

Electrical systems

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Computer)

Tools

Fanuc Roboguide

Lincoln Electric WeldPro

Inventor

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Markle, IN | Schedule: Full-time, on-site, first shift

Overview

An established manufacturing operation is seeking a Robotics & Automation Manager to lead the development and improvement of robotic and automated systems on its first shift. This hands‑on leadership role bridges engineering and production, overseeing a team of Robotics Programmers and Robotic Process Technicians to keep automated systems running smoothly and evolving.

What you'll do

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Robotics Programmers and Robotic Process Technicians
• Identify and prioritize automation opportunities across weld, blast, and paint operations
• Lead automation projects from concept and programming through installation, testing, and production
• Use tools such as Fanuc Roboguide and Lincoln Electric WeldPro to simulate and validate robotic programs
• Read engineering drawings and 3D models to support automation design and robotic programming
• Serve as the go‑to resource for complex issues involving robotics, PLCs, electrical systems, sensors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and tooling
• Lead troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Develop training, work instructions, and documentation to help technicians and production teams safely operate and troubleshoot automated systems
• Partner with Operations and Continuous Improvement to improve processes and develop future automation strategies
• Stay current on new automation technologies and identify opportunities to implement them
• Support other projects and priorities as needed

Required qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in robotics programming and automation within a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience managing technical employees
• Strong experience with robotic programming for welding
• Working knowledge of PLCs, ladder logic, electrical systems, sensors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and vision systems
• Experience with 2D/3D CAD
• Familiarity with ERP and product configuration systems
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a hands‑on, practical approach
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, production, and leadership teams

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Fanuc Roboguide and Lincoln Electric WeldPro preferred
• Inventor experience preferred

Why this role

This role offers the opportunity to lead people, solve technical problems, and find better ways to do things, making a real impact.