Robotics Engineer

The Michael Fuller Group; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michael Fuller Group partners with a leading manufacturer in the Work Truck Industry to hire a Robotics Manufacturing Engineer. The role focuses on developing, maintaining, and improving automated welding systems while ensuring safety and quality.

You will design robotic programs, integrate controls, and train production staff in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include system testing, debugging, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to meet project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment with 5 years in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with CAD software and robotic hardware/software tools.
• Familiarity with ROS and control systems.
• Knowledge of welding processes and wiring Fanuc systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robotic programs, Fanuc preferred.
• Manage capital expenditures for projects and installations.
• Prototype, install, debug, and train personnel on new systems.
• Test and debug robotic systems including touch sensing and servo control.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, and controls into robotics workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements.
• Maintain and upgrade existing robotic systems for safety and quality.
• Create technical documentation for robotic systems.
• Train end-users and support staff on robotics hardware and software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with robotics hardware/software.

Skills

ROS familiarity

Electrical circuits

CAD software

Mechanical design

Robotic hardware

Control systems

Problem solving

Welding processes

Fanuc wiring

Machining fabrications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

CAD software

Fanuc Weld Pro

Welding equipment (Fronius/Lincoln/Miller)

Job description

Our Partners at a leading manufacturer in the Work Truck Industry, is searching for a Robotics Manufacturing Engineer to complement the skills and talents of our Engineering Department. We are looking for someone who is passionate about robotics and automation, process development, experience with project level success, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. A Robotics / Manufacturing Engineer develops, maintains, and improves automated welding systems while ensuring safety and quality. The roles combine technical design, troubleshooting, compliance, documentation, and team collaboration.

Primary Job Duties:

• Design and develop robotic programs. Fanuc preferred.
• Manage capital appropriation requests and expenditures on projects as required.
• Recommend capital equipment or process modifications, their physical installation, debugging, and associated training of production personnel
• Test and debug robotic systems. Touch sense / Seam tracking / Servo robot
• Integrate controls. Sensors and actuators into robotic systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements.
• Maintain and upgrade existing robotic systems.
• Conduct research to improve robotic technology.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Create technical documentation for robotic systems.
• Train end-users and support staff on robotic systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with robotic hardware and software.

Skills/ Experience:

• Familiarity with ROS (Robot Operating System).
• Knowledge of electrical circuits.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of work experience in a manufacturing environment and 5 years’ mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with robotic hardware and software tools.
• Knowledge of control systems.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques.
• Welding experience with Fronius / Lincoln / Miller.
• Wiring 24vdc circuits into Fanuc systems.
• Fabrication skills and machining skills preferred.
• Experience in Fanuc Weldpro preferred.

Education Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, technology degree or equivalent experience