Robotics Engineer

Gestamp; Alabama; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestamp, a leading international group in metal automotive components, seeks a robotics engineer to apply expertise to Body-In-White robotized stamping lines, focusing on troubleshooting, programming, and cycle-time reductions. You will implement path optimizations, assist maintenance during faults, and help develop preventive procedures while training technicians.

The role emphasizes safety, standards, and collaboration in a global manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or Industrial Tech with 3 years robotics controls experience.
• AS in Electronics Technology with 5 years robotics experience.
• 7+ years experience in a similar role and environment.

Responsibilities

• Improve cycle times by optimizing robot paths and programs.
• Assist maintenance during major faults and perform root-cause analysis.
• Develop preventive maintenance procedures and train staff.
• Monitor downtime and implement corrective actions for robots.
• Support engineering changes and ensure robot documentation is up to date.
• Stay current with robotics technology and standards (RIA, ISO, ANSI).
• Procure spare parts for robotic equipment.
• Champion robot training for plant personnel.

Skills

FANUC programming

ABB programming

Robot path optimization

Robotic troubleshooting

Robotic safety & standards

Team collaboration

Education

BS: Electrical Engineering

AS: Electronics Technology

Tools

FANUC DCS

KAREL

RoboGuide

ABB PLCs (Allen-Bradley)

Job description

With presence in more than 20 countries, Gestamp is a leading international group specializing in the design, development, and manufacture of metal automotive components. Our commitment to innovation drives us to create safer, lighter vehicles that minimize energy consumption and reduce environmental impact.

JOB SUMMARY

The candidate will apply his knowledge in robotics in an automotive environment for structural stampings and assemblies (Body-In-White parts) for matters of major troubleshooting assistance, programming, and cycle time reductions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement process improvements and cycle time reductions through optimization of robot paths and programs
• Assist maintenance technicians during major fault issues and help with root cause analysis.
• Help develop corrective and preventive maintenance procedures as well as train maintenance technicians in the use of them.
• Collection, monitoring and implementation of corrective actions for down time issues caused by robots.
• Support engineering change activity and implementation.
• Responsible for keeping up with the latest technology and trends concerning robotic applications.
• Implement best practices and products for robot dress packs.
• Champion robot training for all related plant personnel
• Procurement of spare parts for Robotic equipment
• Ensure plant is compliant with all robotic standards, RIA, ISO, ANSI
• Support buyoff activities for new programs and engineering changes as needed
• Ensure Robot documentation is up to date
• Maintain Robot backups and Images up to date

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BS: Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or other technical discipline plus 3 years experience in a controls/robotic environment OR
• AS: Electronics Technology plus 5 years robotic experience in a controls/robotics environment OR
• 7+ years experience and training in a similar role and environment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High skill set of PC and communication skills
• Strong proficiency in robot programming (FANUC & ABB)
• Proficiency on FANUC DCS, KAREL & RoboGuide
• Knowledge of Servo Guns & External Axis
• Understanding of Machine Safety and current OSHA Safety regulations.
• Knowledge of Vision Inspection systems
• Proficiency in PLC’s (A-B Control Logix & Panelview HMI’s) a plus.
• Ability to work in a team-based lean-manufacturing environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

About us

We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide.

Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us?

• You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria.
• This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects.
• You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done.
• You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams.