Robotics Field Service Technician: Welding Automation

Path Robotics, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch

Flexible PTO

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Parental leave (6 weeks) + 12–14 weeks

401(k) retirement plan through Empower

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Path Robotics, Inc. seeks a highly skilled Field Service Technician to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced robotic welding systems and automation equipment in manufacturing environments.

You will load and inspect welded assemblies with robotic vision, manage parts inventory, perform preventive maintenance, and analyze data to resolve issues. Strong hands-on mechanical/electrical skills and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in the design, assembly, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Welding experience is desirable, but certifications are not mandatory.
• Fluent in English and Spanish is desirable, but not required.
• Familiarity with fabrication or machine shop processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a state-of-the-art multi-robotic welding system, demonstrating proficiency in robotic kinematics and dynamics.
• Load, monitor, and inspect welded assemblies with precision utilizing robotic vision systems and sensors.
• Accurately manage inventory of parts and completed assemblies.
• Conduct preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on automation equipment and cells, both locally and at customer sites.
• Record and analyze data to facilitate engineering-driven issue resolution.
• Monitor cell performance and ensure precise part fit-up.
• Operate specialized machines integrated into customer manufacturing processes.
• Integrate autonomous welding cells into customer manufacturing processes, demonstrating proficiency in robotic system integration and communication protocols.
• Service and maintain pneumatic systems, welding equipment, robotics, and electrical automation devices.
• Gain expertise in Forge processes, including operating the cell through command prompts and code changes.
• Interface with customers to optimize equipment efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering resources to troubleshoot issues promptly.
• Inspect, clean, and replace electrical and mechanical components.
• Demonstrate adaptability to evolving needs and rapid developments in the field.
• Willingness to travel extensively (75%+ of the time) to customer sites

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Welding experience

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Technical training

Trade School certification

Associate degree in Engineering Tech

Tools

Robotics hardware

Sensors & vision systems

Job description

Path Robotics, Inc. seeks a highly skilled Field Service Technician to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced robotic welding systems and automation equipment in manufacturing environments.

You will load and inspect welded assemblies with robotic vision, manage parts inventory, perform preventive maintenance, and analyze data to resolve issues. Strong hands-on mechanical/electrical skills and willingness to travel are essential.