Senior Robotics Software Engineer

FANUC America Corporation; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

FANUC America Corporation in Rochester Hills, MI seeks a Senior Robotics Software Engineer to design, develop, and deliver FANUC robot software for GSSV customers. You will create functional specifications from customer needs and implement solutions interfacing with Spot, Dispense, Stud, MH, SPR, Flowdrill, Tool Changers, Arc Welding and more.

The role requires solving complex problems with a customer-first mindset and strong FANUC technology experience, including KAREL programming and robotics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software or Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience working with body shop applications including spot welding, riveting, clinching, flow drill, dispensing.
• Experience with industrial robots and/or computer-controlled automation.
• Robot software programming experience (FANUC KAREL, TPP, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Lead software developments for key GSSV customers.
• Write detailed robot software specifications and programming guides based on customer requirements.
• Develop robot programs written in KAREL, TTP+ and PMC.
• Develop, integrate, and validate custom application solutions to meet customer requirements.
• Support system field installation and startup of GSSV robots.
• Develop customer-specific programming guides.
• Configure project software using CPQ.
• Support sales and quoting efforts as required.
• May supervise and train entry-level engineers.
• Attend project meetings with customers, engineers, and managers.

Skills

KAREL

Python

C++

Industrial robots

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CPQ

Job description

Who You Are

As our Senior Robotics Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, debugging, and delivering FANUC robot software for the customers of the Global Standards Software & Validation Group (GSSV). You will be required to gather customer requests and requirements needed for current and future projects. These requests will need to be clarified by creating a functional specification that is approved by the customer. On approval of each development, you must create an internal functional specification interfacing with applications that include, but are not limited to, Spot, Dispense, Stud, MH, SPR, Flowdrill, Tool Changers, Project Welding, Arc Welding, Vision, Collaborative Robots.

You will need to be a problem-solver with a “service first” (customer-focused) mindset who has experience with FANUC technology.

How It’s Done

• Lead software developments for key GSSV customers
• Write detailed robot software specifications and programming guides based on customer specific process requirements
• Develop robot programs written in KAREL, TTP+ and PMC
• Develop, integrate, and validate custom application solutions to meet specific customer requirements
• Support system field installation and startup of GSSV robots
• Develop customer specific programming guides
• Configure project software using CPQ
• Support sales and quoting efforts as required
• May supervise and train entry-level engineers
• Attend project meetings with customers, engineers, and managers

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Software or Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of five years of experience working with body shop applications including spot welding, riveting, clinching, flow drill, dispensing, etc.
• Experience with industrial robots and/or computer-controlled automation
• Robot software programming experience (FANUC KAREL, TPP, etc.)

What Would Be Even Better

• 8+ years of related experience
• PLC Programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
• Software programming experience (C++, Python, etc.)

It’s Your Move

Joining FANUC means becoming part of a team that values your unique perspective and encourages continuous learning and collaboration. We foster a culture where respect and innovation go hand in hand, and where your contributions help shape the future of automation and robotics.

Benefits

We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Program
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Benefit Dollars
• Generous Holiday & Vacation Program

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans