Robotics Engineer

Willcox Matthews Ltd; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Willcox Matthews Ltd. in Greeneville, TN is seeking an experienced Robotics & Automation Programmer to program, troubleshoot and optimize automated manufacturing equipment on 2nd shift.

You will work with FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman, KUKA or UR platforms, develop robot paths, perform setup and commissioning, and drive continuous improvement across welding, handling and inspection applications. The role requires hands-on robot programming, strong fault-finding skills, PLC interfacing, machine

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of industrial robot programming experience.
• Hands-on with FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman, KUKA, or Universal Robots.
• Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics.
• Experience with PLC interfaces and industrial networks.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Robotic welding applications experience.
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma awareness.
• Robot programming or automation certifications.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure and troubleshoot industrial robots.
• Work with FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman, KUKA and/or Universal Robots.
• Develop and modify robot paths, motion sequences and process parameters.
• Perform robot setup, commissioning, testing and validation.
• Troubleshoot robotic, electrical and mechanical issues.
• Optimize cycle times, robot uptime and equipment performance.
• Support robotic welding, material handling, assembly, palletizing, machine tending and inspection applications.
• Assist with PLC, vision system and automation integration.
• Support new equipment installations and production launches.
• Maintain robot programs, backups and technical documentation.
• Work closely with engineering, maintenance, quality and production.
• Train technicians and operators on robotic equipment and basic troubleshooting.
• Participate in continuous improvement and automation projects.

Skills

Industrial robot programming

Robot platforms

Robotic troubleshooting

Electrical/Pneumatic schematics

PLC interfaces & industrial networks

Machine vision systems

Robot integration

CAD / robotic simulation

Lean manufacturing / Six Sigma

Automation certifications

Job description

Job Type: Permanent / Direct Hire

Shift: 2nd Shift – Flexible Hours

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Robotics & Automation Programmer to join a manufacturing organization at its facility in Greeneville, Tennessee.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong hands-on industrial robotics experience who enjoys programming, troubleshooting and improving automated manufacturing equipment.

The Role:

• Program, configure and troubleshoot industrial robots
• Work with FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman, KUKA and/or Universal Robots
• Develop and modify robot paths, motion sequences and process parameters
• Perform robot setup, commissioning, testing and validation
• Troubleshoot robotic, electrical and mechanical issues
• Optimize cycle times, robot uptime and equipment performance
• Support robotic welding, material handling, assembly, palletizing, machine tending and inspection applications
• Assist with PLC, vision system and automation integration
• Support new equipment installations and production launches
• Maintain robot programs, backups and technical documentation
• Work closely with engineering, maintenance, quality and production
• Train technicians and operators on robotic equipment and basic troubleshooting
• Participate in continuous improvement and automation projects

What We're Looking For:

• 2–5+ years of industrial robot programming experience
• Hands-on experience with at least one major robotic platform such as FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman, KUKA or Universal Robots
• Strong robotic troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
• Understanding of industrial automation and manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read electrical, mechanical and pneumatic schematics
• Experience working with PLC interfaces and industrial networks
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
• Robotic welding applications
• Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs
• Machine vision systems and sensors
• Robot and machine integration
• CAD or robotic simulation software
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
• Robot programming or automation certifications

Why Apply?

• $85,000–$100,000+ salary – negotiable depending on experience
• Work with multiple industrial robotics platforms
• Hands-on involvement in new automation projects and equipment launches
• Opportunity to influence uptime, cycle times and manufacturing performance
• Established international manufacturing organization
• Long-term opportunity within a business continuing to invest in automation