Senior Robot Programmer

Gabletek Robotics and Controls Solutions; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A robotics technology company in Michigan seeks an Automation Technician proficient in mentoring and advanced troubleshooting. The role involves programming robots, conducting preventive maintenance, and supporting welding applications. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong skills in PLC programming and possess a deep understanding of automation systems and welding technologies. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to impact various automation processes.

Qualifications

• Advanced troubleshooting using electrical/mechanical prints.
• Ability to perform intermediate programming tasks for robotics.
• Experience in wiring harness and relay troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Mentor team members and troubleshoot welding applications.
• Troubleshoot PLC programming and robot systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on specialty equipment.

Skills

Mentoring skills

Troubleshooting electronics

Intermediate programming

Welding applications knowledge

Tools

RoboCAD/Robot Studio

Miyachi Weld Tester

Job description

• Mentor Automation Technician level I-III members as well as Weld Technicians
• Ability to execute with proficiency all duties and responsibilities requirements of Automation technician III
• Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment
• Demonstrate advanced level proficiency in troubleshooting using electrical / mechanical prints
• Use electrical system knowledge and electrical schematics / prints to troubleshoot electrical components and circuits (Connecting circuit breakers, transformers, or other components in a junction box or panel). Perform tasks at an intermediate level with electrician supervision: Wiring harnesses, Drive systems, Relays, Boards Motors
• Modify and perform intermediate programming tasks of robots in all robotic applications
• Perform basic offline programming using RoboCAD/Robot Studio. TCP Verification, I/O Simulation, Move Creation/Modification, Zone Setups
• Intermediate weld troubleshooting for all welding applications (drawn arc, GMAW, resistance welding, projection welding, Pneumatic systems, etc.)
• Use the following equipment safely at an advanced level: Hand measuring tools, Multi meters, Amp meters, Welding current meter, Digital force gauge, Micro-Ohm meter
• Fixture adjustments - minor shim moves on processes based off of manufacture details (with guidance from a Weld Maintenance Mechanic III or Manufacturing Engineer)
• Understanding of shimming processes
• Setup and troubleshoot Poke Yoke systems and applications
• Automation Technician IV must demonstrate competency in (2) of the below specialties: PLC Programming, Intermediate PLC programming (add sensor & change sequence), Strong understanding of ladder logic and intermediate level ability to troubleshoot issues through a PLC, Program Panel View (HMI), Troubleshoot/ Setup I/O blocks, Search, cross reference, and edit a program, Troubleshoot HMI system, Load program, Replace components (i.e., logical module, screen, etc.), Replace system, set IP address, set system name, Troubleshoot Valve Stacks, Intermediate robot programming methods, Load ID, Gun Tuning, Adding system components (i.e., add valves/ I/O blocks)
• Program robot offline (write routines)
• Setup / troubleshoot issues with tool changers
• Setup / troubleshoot issues with external axes
• TCP creation and verification (experience with ABB Bullseye system is a plus)
• Creating offset positions
• Intermediate Weld Troubleshooting
• If needed, rebuild or reload schedules. Make changes as directed by Weld Engineers using RAFT
• Emhart DA schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
• Conduct preventive maintenance activities on specialty equipment
• MIG weld schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
• Cap / Electrode studies and weld validation
• Calibrate squeeze force on spot weld guns
• Troubleshoot Drawn Arc Stud Welding issues as well as basic programming
• Troubleshoot/ setup projection welds
• Working knowledge of Miyachi Weld Tester