Robotics Welding Engineer (MIG, FANUC/NACHI)

Belcan; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan is seeking a Robotics Engineer to program, integrate, commission, and optimize MIG welding on FANUC and NACHI robots for automotive BIW bodyshop applications. The role focuses on achieving precise welds, repeatable workflows, and efficient cycle times.

You will develop complex welding trajectories, adjust process parameters, and maintain TCP calibration while ensuring robust backups and adherence to standards in a high-volume environment. Toledo, OH first, then Normal, IL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in robotics, mechatronics, automation, welding or related field.
• Minimum 5 years programming/integration experience with FANUC and NACHI robots, with at least 2 years MIG welding in an automotive BIW/Bodyshop.

Responsibilities

• Program and refine MIG welding trajectories on NACHI robots with optimal torch angles and wire feed.
• Tune welding parameter schedules and settings on robots to minimize porosity, lack of fusion, undercut, and burn-through.
• Implement TCP maintenance routines and keep accurate version history/backups of robot controllers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production readiness and process stability.

Skills

FANUC Programming

NACHI Programming

MIG/MAG Welding

Power Source Integration

Robot Safety Systems

High-Pressure Troubleshooting

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation, Welding, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field

Tools

FANUC ArcTool

NACHI FD/AX controllers

Fronius TPS/i

Lincoln Electric

Miller

Job description

Belcan is seeking a Robotics Engineer to program, integrate, commission, and optimize MIG welding on FANUC and NACHI robots for automotive BIW bodyshop applications. The role focuses on achieving precise welds, repeatable workflows, and efficient cycle times.

You will develop complex welding trajectories, adjust process parameters, and maintain TCP calibration while ensuring robust backups and adherence to standards in a high-volume environment. Toledo, OH first, then Normal, IL.