Robotics Engineer (Engineer / Senior / Staff)

Deterrence; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity (stock options)

Benefits package (medical, dental, vis

Job summary

Deterrence is seeking Robotics Engineers to design, program, and commission industrial robot workcells on the Dallas-area production line. You will take cells from layout and simulation through programming, integration with PLC and safety systems, and production ramp in a hands-on execution role.

Roles span from entry to staff levels, with strong emphasis on robot kinematics, motion optimization, and live-floor commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related engineering field, or equivalent experience.
• Engineer: 2+ years · Senior: 5+ years · Staff: 8+ years programming and commissioning industrial robots in production.
• Solid understanding of robot kinematics, frames and coordinate systems, and motion optimization.
• Experience integrating robots with PLC and safety systems.
• Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.
• Experience commissioning cells on a live production floor.
• Staff additionally architect multi-robot cells, owns the robotics scope for an equipment line, leads design reviews, and mentors engineers.
• Preferred Skills: FANUC certification; external axes, line tracking, iRVision, or force control.

Responsibilities

• Program and commission industrial robots (FANUC TP/KAREL; KUKA KRL or ABB RAPID also considered).
• Develop cell layouts, reach studies, cycle-time models, and collision checks in ROBOGUIDE or equivalent simulation tools.
• Integrate robots with PLCs, safety controllers, vision systems, conveyance, and tooling.
• Design, specify, or adapt end-of-arm tooling, fixturing, and sensing for assigned applications.
• Tune motion, payload, and accuracy for material handling, assembly, machine-tending, or inspection applications.
• Implement and validate robotic safety per ISO 10218 and ANSI/RIA R15.06.
• Lead cell bring-up, FAT/SAT, and production support; troubleshoot robotic and electromechanical faults to root cause.
• Maintain program documentation, version control, and change records.
• Train technicians and operators on cell operation and fault recovery.

Skills

Robot programming

Robot kinematics

Motion optimization

PLC integration

Safety systems

Mentoring engineers

Live production commissioning

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Robotics/Mechatronics/EE/ME

Tools

ROBOGUIDE

FANUC TP/KAREL

KUKA KRL / ABB RAPID

Siemens PLC / Profinet

Job description

Summary

The Robotics Engineer designs, programs, and commissions industrial robot workcells on Deterrence's automated production line in the Dallas area. This is an execution role: you will take cells from layout and simulation through programming, integration with PLC and safety systems, and production ramp. FANUC experience is strongly preferred; KUKA or ABB experience is applicable. We are hiring multiple engineers across levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Program and commission industrial robots (FANUC TP/KAREL; KUKA KRL or ABB RAPID also considered).
• Develop cell layouts, reach studies, cycle-time models, and collision checks in ROBOGUIDE or equivalent simulation tools.
• Integrate robots with PLCs, safety controllers, vision systems, conveyance, and tooling.
• Design, specify, or adapt end-of-arm tooling, fixturing, and sensing for assigned applications.
• Tune motion, payload, and accuracy for material handling, assembly, machine-tending, or inspection applications.
• Implement and validate robotic safety per ISO 10218 and ANSI/RIA R15.06.
• Lead cell bring-up, FAT/SAT, and production support; troubleshoot robotic and electromechanical faults to root cause.
• Maintain program documentation, version control, and change records.
• Train technicians and operators on cell operation and fault recovery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related engineering field, or equivalent experience.
• Engineer: 2+ years · Senior: 5+ years · Staff: 8+ years programming and commissioning industrial robots in production.
• Solid understanding of robot kinematics, frames and coordinate systems, and motion optimization.
• Experience integrating robots with PLC and safety systems.
• Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.
• Experience commissioning cells on a live production floor.

Staff additionally architects multi-robot cells, owns the robotics scope for an equipment line, leads design reviews, and mentors engineers.

Preferred Skills

• FANUC certification; experience with external axes, line tracking, iRVision, or force control.
• Offline programming and digital-twin workflows.
• Machine vision and 2D/3D inspection integration.
• Siemens PLC and Profinet/ProfiSafe familiarity.
• Experience in aerospace, munitions, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing.

Compensation.

This role is eligible for equity (employee stock options) and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Roles with significant travel may be eligible for an assignment premium.

Export Control.

This position may require access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be a U.S. person as defined in 22 CFR 120.62 (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) or be eligible to obtain any required authorization.

Equal Opportunity.

Deterrence Defense, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities; if you need an accommodation at any point in the process, contact [e-mail].