Robotics Process Engineer II

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is seeking a Robotics Process Engineer II to join our Lake Orion, MI facility. You will work with a team of engineers to advance automated solutions and gain hands-on experience with leading-edge robotics technologies.

Responsibilities include developing simulations for process validation, applying cycle-time improvements, confirming robot models and offline programs, teaching tool center points, configuring robot I/O, and mentoring teammates as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field OR Associate's Degree with 2+ years of related experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience with robot peripheral devices, TCPs, offline programming software, external axes, and user frames.
• Experience with one or more robot applications: Material Handling, Dispense (Urethane, Sealer, Adhesive, Paint), Welding (Spot, Arc, Laser).
• Willingness to travel up to 35–50% to customer sites and other JR locations

Responsibilities

• Develop simulations using one or more platforms for internal and external process validation
• Apply cycle time improvement strategies to optimize robotic applications
• Confirm robot models and develop offline programs (OLPs)
• Teach Tool Center Points (TCPs), Frames, and Loads
• Configure robot I/O, including communication protocols
• Set parameters for application-specific equipment
• Train and mentor team members as directed

Skills

Robot peripheral devices

Tool Center Points

Offline programming software

External axes

User frames

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field

Associate's Degree with 2+ years of related experience

Job description

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people, and we’re always looking to get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as a Robotics Process Engineer II in Lake Orion, MI, as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.

Location Type: This role is onsite at our Lake Orion, MI facility.

Role Overview:

As a Robotics Process Engineer II, you will work with some of the most talented engineers in the automation industry. This role will enable you to perfect your experience while integrating some of the most state-of-the-art robotics and technology available. The innovative solutions we work on offer diverse experiences that will strengthen your skills and challenge your abilities.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop simulations using one or more platforms for internal and external process validation
• Apply cycle time improvement strategies to optimize robotic applications
• Confirm robot models and develop offline programs (OLPs)
• Teach Tool Center Points (TCPs), Frames, and Loads
• Configure robot I/O, including communication protocols
• Set parameters for application-specific equipment
• Train and mentor team members as directed

Note: This list of responsibilities is not inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field OR Associate's Degree with 2+ years of related experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience with robot peripheral devices, tool center points, offline programming software, external axes, and user frames.
• Experience with one or more robot applications: Material Handling, Dispense (Urethane, Sealer, Adhesive, Paint), Welding (Spot, Arc, Laser).
• Willingness to travel up to 35–50% to customer sites and other JR locations

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Company Overview:

At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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