Robotics & PLC Automation Engineer

United Pharma

Arkansas

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

United Pharma is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to design and deploy automation for custom equipment and robotic cells on the shop floor in Arkansas. You will program Fanuc robots, Rockwell PLCs, HMIs, and servo motion systems, and troubleshoot integration of conveyors and equipment.

The role requires hands-on development from scratch and providing production support to minimize downtime and ensure readiness.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with Fanuc Robotics and iRVision 3D vision systems.
Strong programming and troubleshooting experience with Rockwell PLCs.
Experience with servo motion control systems.
Ability to program PLCs, HMIs, and robots from scratch for custom equipment and robotic applications.
Experience with conveyor lines, robotic cells, and industrial automation integration.
Strong equipment debugging, testing, commissioning, and shop-floor troubleshooting skills.
Experience supporting production operations and resolving automation-related issues.
Familiarity with Ignition HMI is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement automation solutions for custom equipment, conveyor systems, and robotic cells.
Program, configure, and troubleshoot Fanuc robots, including iRVision 3D vision systems.
Develop Rockwell PLC programs and HMI applications from initial design through commissioning.
Perform servo motion programming, configuration, tuning, and troubleshooting.
Create and integrate PLC, HMI, and robot programs for complete automation systems.
Configure, debug, test, and optimize equipment on the shop floor to ensure operational readiness.
Prepare automation equipment for customer reviews, demonstrations, and acceptance testing.
Provide production support by troubleshooting automation issues and minimizing equipment downtime.
Utilize Ignition HMI for monitoring, visualization, and control applications where applicable.