Robotics Engineer

JMP Solutions - Canada; Bridgman (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Convergix Automation Solutions in Bridgman, Michigan is seeking a Robotics Engineer to join the Controls group. You will collaborate with engineering leaders to develop robot programs, validate reach, and configure I/O for automated tasks. You will travel to customer sites for installation and optimization.

The role requires experience with Fanuc/ABB/Yaskawa robots, CAD exposure, and strong communication skills. A collaborative team environment and continuous improvement mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PLC functions.
• Familiarity with mechanical design concepts.
• Willingness to learn cycle time analysis.
• Experience programming Fanuc, ABB, or Yaskawa robots.
• Willingness to learn Roboguide / Robot Studio / Motosim.
• Exposure to CAD and ability to read electrical drawings.
• Strong communication and problem solving skills.
• Able to work in a team environment and interpret customer standards.
• Able to travel 30-40%.

Responsibilities

• Develop robot programs offline for automation tasks.
• Validate reach and check for interferences.
• Configure I/O and handshakes with Controls Engineer.
• Initialize robots and load programs with supporting files.
• Establish PLC communications with assistance from Controls Engineer.
• Update frames and adjust positions; step through programs.
• Transition robots to automatic mode and run at production rate.
• Travel to customer facilities for installation and optimization.
• Run at production rate on customer floor for final acceptance.

Skills

PLC basics

Mechanical design

Cycle time analysis (willing to learn)

Robot programming (Fanuc/ABB/Yaskawa)

Robotic simulation

Electrical drawings reading

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Customer standards interpretation

Travel readiness

Tools

Roboguide

Robot Studio

Motosim

CAD

Job description

Bridgman, Michigan, USA

Convergix Automation Solutions is a global automation systems integrator that designs, builds, tests, and integrates custom solutions to automate customers\' operations, solving unique challenges with our experienced team.

Overview

We are seeking talented and energetic individuals to join our growing team. Our mission is to elevate the automation industry by combining relentless problem solving, proven processes, and audacious thinking to become the ultimate trusted partner for our customers.

The Role

As a Robotics Engineer, you will collaborate with the Robotics Engineering Manager, Technical Leaders, and cross-functional teams to support the vision of the Controls group by contributing ideas and improvements to processes, standards, best practices, and tools. This position reports to the Robotics/R&D Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop robot programs offline for automation tasks.
• Validate reach and check for potential interferences.
• Collaborate with the Controls Engineer to configure I/O and handshakes.
• Initialize robots and load programs with supporting files.
• Establish PLC communications with assistance from the Controls Engineer.
• Update frames, adjust positions, and manually step through programs.
• Transition robots to automatic mode and bring them up to speed.
• Run at production rate on the company floor for customer acceptance.
• Travel to customer facilities for installation, debugging, and speed optimization.
• Run at production rate on the customer\'s floor for final acceptance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Knowledge of PLC functions
• Knowledge of Mechanical Design
• Willing to learn cycle time analysis
• Experience programming Fanuc, ABB, or Yaskawa robots
• Willing to learn Robotic Simulation (Roboguide / Robot Studio / Motosim)
• Exposure to CAD
• Able to read electrical drawings
• Strong communication and problem solving skills
• Able to work in a team environment
• Ability to interpret customer standards
• Able to travel 30-40%

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Occasionally lifts or moves up to 25 pounds.

Perks and Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• 401K, including company match
• Company-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage for you and your spouse/children
• Company-paid short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid-time off and company-paid holidays
• Profit Sharing

Company Values

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Convergix is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.

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