Robotics & Controls Engineer

Intellectt Inc; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellectt Inc. seeks an experienced Robotics & Controls Engineer to design and implement advanced robotic automation systems from concept through production.

The role combines mechanical design, robot programming, PLC/HMI development, safety integration, and vision-based inspection to optimize performance. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in mechanical engineering, robotics, PLC/controls, electrical systems, machine vision, and automation, with hands-on experience in 6-axis robots

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5–7 years of relevant engineering experience in robotics, automation, controls, or manufacturing.
• FE exam completed (Fundamentals of Engineering).
• Experience with SolidWorks 2020 and AutoCAD.
• Strong GD&T / ASME Y14.5 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design automation cells and EOAT using SolidWorks/AutoCAD.
• Develop robot programming, PLC/HMI development, safety integration.
• Integrate robots, PLCs, sensors, actuators, and safety devices.
• Develop and troubleshoot machine vision systems for inspection.
• Optimize robot motion, cycle times, throughput, and equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with ANSI/RIA, ISO, and machine safety standards.
• Lead qualification activities and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Robotics

PLC/Controls

Electrical

Machine Vision

Automation

Mechanical Engineering

Robot programming

HMI programming

CAD/3D CAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Cognex

Keyence

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Robotics & Controls Engineer to support the design, development, programming, integration, and optimization of advanced robotic automation systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong combination of mechanical engineering, robotics, PLC/controls, electrical, machine vision, and automation experience.

The engineer will be responsible for developing custom automation cells and robotic systems from concept through implementation, including mechanical design, robot programming, PLC/HMI development, safety integration, vision systems, and production optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design custom automation cells, robotic workcells, fixtures, and End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Apply GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards to mechanical designs and engineering drawings.
• Perform robot reachability, payload, center-of-gravity, joint torque, and moment-of-inertia analyses.
• Design, program, integrate, and optimize 6-axis industrial robots.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC programs using digital and analog I/O.
• Develop intuitive HMI interfaces, machine sequences, alarms, and operator controls.
• Integrate robots, PLCs, sensors, actuators, safety devices, and other automation equipment.
• Develop and troubleshoot industrial electrical schematics and control-system prints.
• Integrate and program machine vision systems for inspection, part location, and robotic guidance.
• Perform machine and robotic-cell risk assessments and safety analyses.
• Implement safety systems including safety PLCs, light curtains, interlocks, E-stops, and fail-safe mechanisms.
• Ensure automation systems comply with applicable ANSI/RIA, ISO, and machine safety standards.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, controls, robotics, and automation issues during commissioning and production.
• Optimize robot motion profiles, cycle times, throughput, and overall equipment performance.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping principles to improve manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, controls, and production teams throughout project execution.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5–7 years of relevant engineering experience in robotics, automation, controls, or manufacturing.
• Successful completion of the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam.
• Strong experience with SolidWorks 2020 and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of GD&T / ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with powertrain fixture design and custom automation.
• Advanced PLC and HMI programming experience.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and electrical schematics.
• Expert-level experience programming 6-axis industrial robots, such as FANUC, ABB, or KUKA.
• Experience with machine vision platforms such as Cognex or Keyence.
• Experience with robotic workcell integration and commissioning.
• Knowledge of ISO 13849, ANSI B11.19, ANSI/RIA R15.06, and ISO 10218.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and system-integration skills.