Robotics Engineer

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401K with match

Life insurance with optional coverage

Job summary

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions in Michigan is seeking a Robotics Engineer to join our Controls team. You will develop offline robot programs, validate reach, and collaborate with the Controls Engineer to configure I/O and PLC communications. Some travel to customer sites for installation and optimization is required.

You will work with Engineering and Technical Leaders to improve processes, enforce standards, and support a fast-paced production environment on the factory floor.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PLC functions.
• Knowledge of Mechanical Design.
• Willing to learn cycle time analysis.
• Experience programming Fanuc, ABB, or Yaskawa robots.
• Willing to learn Roboguide (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%.

Responsibilities

• Develop robot programs offline for automation tasks.
• Validate reach and check for potential interferences.
• Collaborate with Controls Engineer to configure I/O and handshakes.
• Initialize robots and load programs with supporting files.
• Establish PLC communications with assistance from 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 facility for installation, debugging, and speed optimization.
• Run at production rate on customer’s floor for final acceptance.

Skills

PLC functions

Robot programming

CAD exposure

Electrical drawings

Teamwork

Communication

Cycle time analysis

Interpreting standards

Roboguide

Travel 30-40%

Tools

Fanuc

ABB

Yaskawa

Job description

Michigan, USA

We are seeking talented and energetic individuals to join our growing team!

Greatness takes continuous evolution.

That's why we're bringing together relentless problem solvers, proven processes, and audacious thinkers. We are driving to become one unrivaled force in automation - pushing what's possible for ourselves and our customers.

One team. Any challenge.

https://convergixautomation.com/

The Role

As a Robotics Engineer, you will collaborate with the Robotics Engineering Manager, Technical Leaders, and cross‑functional teams to support meeting the vision of the Controls group with proving insight and ideas on improvements (processes, standards, best practices, and tools) that boost the team’s effectiveness and efficiency. This position reports to Robotics/R&D Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop robot programs offline for automation tasks.
• Validate reach and check for potential interferences.
• Collaborate with Controls Engineer to configure I/O and handshakes.
• Initialize robots and load programs with supporting files.
• Establish PLC communications with assistance from 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 facility for installation, debugging, and speed optimization.
• Run at production rate on 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 move up to 25 pounds.

Perks of Being Part of the Team

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• 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

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are the foundation on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• 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 Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

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