Robotics Controls Engineer

CyberCoders; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Vision/Dental

PTO

401k

Paid Holidays

Job summary

CyberCoders seeks a skilled Robotics Controls Engineer in Wisconsin to design, program, and commission industrial control systems. You will handle controls design, PLC/HMI programming, panel layouts, I/O integration, and robotics integration, with onsite commissioning for reliable, safe systems.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on CAD experience, PLC/HMI proficiency, and the ability to collaborate with commissioning teams and multidisciplinary groups.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on controls engineering experience in industrial settings.
• Proven PLC programming experience (ladder, structured text, function block) and hardware integration.
• CAD experience for electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Hands-on commissioning and start-up experience in industrial environments.
• Robotics integration and programming with safety interlocks.
• Proficiency in HMI programming and operator interface design.
• Excellent troubleshooting and onsite diagnostic skills.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Nice to have: Fanuc robot programming, vision systems integration, Ignition SCADA/HMI.

Responsibilities

• Develop control system designs including electrical schematics, panel layouts, and I/O lists using CAD tools.
• Program, test, and debug PLC logic to meet functional requirements and safety standards.
• Design and implement HMI screens and operator interfaces for efficient machine operation and diagnostics.
• Integrate and commission robotic systems and peripherals, coordinating with mechanical and integrator teams.
• Perform onsite commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting of controls systems to ensure reliable operation.
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical designers, and clients to define requirements, create documentation, and support project delivery.
• Develop and maintain control system documentation including wiring diagrams, ladder logic comments, BOMs, and functional descriptions.
• Implement control system best practices for safety, maintainability, and scalability.
• Support continuous improvement by analyzing machine performance and recommending upgrades.

Skills

PLC programming

CAD for electrical schematics

HMI development

Robotics integration

Onsite commissioning

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Safety and maintenance practices

Tools

Fanuc robot programming

Ignition SCADA/HMI

Job description

Robotics Controls Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Robotics Controls Engineer to design, program, and commission industrial control systems for automation projects. The role focuses on controls design, PLC and HMI programming, panel layouts, I/O integration, robotics integration, and onsite commissioning to deliver reliable, safe, and maintainable automated systems. The ideal candidate will be hands‑on with CAD and electrical drawings, experienced with PLCs and HMI development, and comfortable working with commissioning teams and robotic systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop control system designs including electrical schematics, panel layouts, and I/O lists using CAD tools.
• Program, test, and debug PLC logic to meet functional requirements and safety standards.
• Design and implement HMI screens and operator interfaces for efficient machine operation and diagnostics.
• Integrate and commission robotic systems and peripherals, coordinating with mechanical and integrator teams.
• Perform onsite commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting of controls systems to ensure reliable operation.
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical designers, and clients to define requirements, create documentation, and support project delivery.
• Develop and maintain control system documentation including wiring diagrams, ladder logic comments, BOMs, and functional descriptions.
• Implement control system best practices for safety, maintainability, and scalability, including PLC program organization and version control.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by analyzing machine performance, recommending control upgrades, and implementing optimizations.

Qualifications

• 5+ yrs of experience
• Proven experience in PLC programming (ladder, structured text, function block) and PLC hardware integration.
• Strong experience with CAD for electrical schematics and panel layout design.
• Hands‑on commissioning and start‑up experience in industrial environments.
• Experience with robotics integration and programming, including safety interlocks and communication with PLCs.
• Proficiency in HMI programming and operator interface design.
• Working knowledge of I/O selection, wiring practices, and control panel construction.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose electrical, control, and communication issues onsite.
• Effective communication skills and experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Nice to have: experience with Fanuc robot programming, vision systems integration, and Ignition SCADA/HMI platform.

Benefits

• Health/Vision/Dental
• PTO
• 401k
• Paid Holidays