Robotics Manufacturing Engineer (ABB Robotics)

Cintal, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays per year

2 weeks of paid time off per year (pro

Medical insurance (dental & vision)

Life insurance & disability coverage

401(k) with employer contribution

Relocation reimbursement

Yearly bonus based on company perf.

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. in Lafayette, IN, is seeking a Senior Robotics Manufacturing Engineer to lead ABB automation projects on 1st and 3rd shifts. You will program, commission, and optimize robotic cells, driving safety, quality, and throughput improvements across the engine assembly operations.

The role requires extensive ABB robot experience, hands-on shop-floor leadership, and strong collaboration with PLC/Controls and maintenance teams. Visa sponsorship is available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related field.
• 5-15 years of experience in robotics, automation, and manufacturing engineering.
• Extensive hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting ABB industrial robots.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and commission ABB industrial robots and robotic work cells.
• Troubleshoot and resolve robot, controls, tooling, and automation system issues.
• Support manufacturing operations by diagnosing and correcting production downtime related to robotic systems.
• Develop, modify, and optimize ABB robot programs for new and existing manufacturing processes.
• Integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, sensors, conveyors, and peripheral equipment.
• Lead robotic system validation, testing, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time, quality, safety, and OEE.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities for manufacturing issues.
• Develop standard work, training documentation, and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, controls, quality, maintenance, and product engineering teams.

Skills

ABB Robot Studio

ABB industrial robots

Robotics troubleshooting

Manufacturing automation

PLC integration (AB/Siemens)

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or related field

Tools

Vision systems

PLC/Controls integration tools

Lean manufacturing tools

Job description

BENEFITS:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance
• Visa sponsorship

1st or 3rd shift - Lafayette, IN

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

• The Senior Robotics Manufacturing Engineer will provide hands‑on technical leadership for robotic automation systems within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ABB robot programming, system integration, troubleshooting, process optimization, commissioning, and continuous improvement of automated production systems. The engineer will work closely with manufacturing, controls, quality, and production teams to improve safety, quality, throughput, and equipment reliability.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program, configure, and commission ABB industrial robots and robotic work cells.
• Troubleshoot and resolve robot, controls, tooling, and automation system issues.
• Support manufacturing operations by diagnosing and correcting production downtime related to robotic systems.
• Develop, modify, and optimize ABB robot programs for new and existing manufacturing processes.
• Integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, sensors, conveyors, and peripheral equipment.
• Lead robotic system validation, testing, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time, quality, safety, and OEE.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities for manufacturing issues.
• Develop standard work, training documentation, and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, controls, quality, maintenance, and product engineering teams.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related field.
• 5-15 years of experience in robotics, automation, and manufacturing engineering.
• Extensive hands‑on experience programming and troubleshooting ABB industrial robots.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of ABB Robot Studio and robot controller platforms.
• Experience with robotic arc welding, material handling, assembly, machine tending, or automated manufacturing applications.
• Experience integrating robots with PLCs (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to support shop‑floor troubleshooting and manufacturing operations.
• Greater than 5 years of industrial robotics experience.
• Strong shop‑floor presence and hands‑on troubleshooting capability.
• Able to independently support production‑critical robotic systems.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience with vision‑guided robotics and automated inspection systems.
• Experience commissioning new automation equipment and production lines.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols.
• Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or equivalent continuous improvement experience.
• Experience supporting high‑volume manufacturing environments.

TOP SKILLS:

• ABB Robot Programming & Robot Studio
• Robotics Troubleshooting & Manufacturing Automation
• Hands‑on Manufacturing Engineering & Continuous Improvement
• On‑site troubleshooting and issue resolution, for ABB robotics applications across the engine assembly, test & paint operations on 1stshift (6‑3pm EST) and 3rdshift (10pm‑6am EST)
• Robotic program optimization, based on previous incidents and/or observations
• Teamwork with the PLC/Controls engineer on issues and related permanent resolution
• Optimization of current robot configuration (harness, cabling, end of arm tooling etc)

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy‑related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.