Robotics Engineer — Automation for High-Volume Manufacturing

Faurecia; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia is seeking a Robotics Engineer to support development, validation, and deployment of advanced automation across North American manufacturing facilities. The role emphasizes robotics process design, EOAT, and collaboration with suppliers in high-volume seating assembly and material handling environments.

Phase 1 focuses on technology evaluation, validation, and concept development; Phase 2 (2027+) expands deployment across plants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in robotics, automation, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with industrial robots (ABB, Fanuc, etc.).
• Background in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Experience working with automation suppliers or integrators.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine robotic process concepts for assembly and material handling applications.
• Define requirements for robotic systems, end‑of‑arm tooling (EOAT), and cycle time and efficiency optimization.
• Conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and proof‑of‑concept validation.
• Collaborate with suppliers and integrators to evaluate and improve solutions.
• Contribute to standardization of automation solutions across plants.
• Unspecified additional deployment and optimization support.

Skills

Robotics

Industrial automation

Manufacturing engineering

Supplier collaboration

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

ABB robotics

Fanuc robotics

CATIA

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Forvia is seeking a Robotics Engineer to support development, validation, and deployment of advanced automation across North American manufacturing facilities. The role emphasizes robotics process design, EOAT, and collaboration with suppliers in high-volume seating assembly and material handling environments.

Phase 1 focuses on technology evaluation, validation, and concept development; Phase 2 (2027+) expands deployment across plants.