Sr. Robotics Engineer, kuka, ABB, and Fanuc, Biopharma (JP16096)

3 Key Consulting; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

3 Key Consulting is seeking a Sr. Robotics Engineer for a Facilities & Engineering project with a leading global biopharmaceutical company in New Albany, OH. The role focuses on programming, integration, and commissioning of industrial robots from ABB, KUKA, and FANUC, with ongoing support and staff training.

The candidate will drive robot mastering, development of safe automation, and collaboration with multiple engineering teams to deliver reliable production systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Hands-on experience programming industrial robots (ABB, KUKA, FANUC).
• Ability to master/remaster robot systems and teach robotics concepts.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, integrate, and troubleshoot ABB, KUKA, and FANUC robots.
• Develop and maintain robot programs, routines, and documentation.
• Lead commissioning, testing, and production handover of robotic systems.
• Train staff to program, operate, and troubleshoot robots.
• Collaborate with controls, mechanics, manufacturing, and safety teams to deliver reliable automation solutions.

Skills

Robot programming

ABB

KUKA

FANUC

Teaching/training

Safety/compliance

Diagnostics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Robotics/Mechatronics/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Python

SQL

APIs

Databricks/Analytics platforms

Job description

Sr. Robotics Engineer, kuka, ABB, and Fanuc, Biopharma (JP16096)

• New Albany, Ohio
• Biotech/Pharmaceutical

Job Title: Sr. Robotics Engineer, kuka, ABB, and Fanuc, Biopharma (JP16096)

Location: New Albany, OH. 43054

Employment Type: Contract

Business Unit: Facilities and Engineering

Duration: 1+ year with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent

Posting Date: 11/9/2026

Target Start Date: 12/14/2026

Pay Rate: Open Market Rate – W2 with benefits

3 Key Consulting is hiring a Sr. Robotics Engineer – Facilities & Engineering, programming, integration, commissioning,for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company.

Job Description:

The Senior Robotics Engineer leads the programming, integration, commissioning, and ongoing support of industrial robotic systems. This role provides technical leadership for robotic equipment and automation projects, improves equipment performance and reliability, and trains staff to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain robotic systems safely and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, configure, integrate, and troubleshoot industrial robots, including ABB, KUKA, and FANUC systems.
• Develop, modify, validate, and maintain robot programs, routines, and related documentation.
• Perform robot mastering and remastering, including recovery following maintenance, component replacement, or position loss.
• Teach robots and create or update taught points, frames, paths, and work positions as required.
• Commission robotic systems and support equipment installation, startup, testing, and production handover.
• Diagnose robot, end‑of‑arm tooling, safety, controls, and communication issues; lead root‑cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with controls, mechanical, manufacturing, maintenance, safety, and vendor teams to deliver reliable automation solutions.
• Develop and maintain standards for robot programming, backups, change control, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Train staff members to program, teach, master, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain robotic systems.
• Assess training needs and verify that trainees can perform assigned robotics tasks safely and consistently.
• Coach and mentor engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel; provide technical guidance during complex breakdowns and project work.
• Support continuous improvement efforts that improve safety, quality, throughput, and equipment reliability.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Significant hands‑on experience programming industrial robots, including ABB, KUKA, and FANUC platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to master and remaster industrial robots.
• Demonstrated ability to teach robots and train new points, including establishing and verifying frames, paths, and positions.
• Experience commissioning, troubleshooting, and supporting robotic systems in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to train staff members in robotics programming, teaching, mastering, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of robot safety, safeguarding, interlocks, and safe work practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and system documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to provide hands‑on support on the production floor and respond to equipment issues as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating robots with PLCs, vision systems, conveyors, safety systems, and end‑of‑arm tooling.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols and robot‑to‑PLC interfaces.
• Experience developing structured training materials, work instructions, and standard procedures.
• Experience leading automation projects, vendor activities, or cross‑functional technical teams.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement methods

Why is the Position Open?

Additional workload and business needs

Top Must Have Skills:

10 plus years of robotics systems must inlcude kuka, ABB, and Fanuc

Day to Day Responsibilities:

Supporting ABB, Fanuc, and Kuka robots, identifying improvements, PM planning, teaching staff, developing training plans, and increasing reliability.

Success will be demonstrated through effective support of line activities, growing understanding of manufacturing processes, clear technical documentation, and reliable tools that meet agreed requirements and can be maintained and used by others.

Basic Qualifications:

Master degree OR Bachelor degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate degree and 6 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 8 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Practical experience developing and supporting Python applications, SQL queries, APIs, and data processing workflows.
• Familiarity with PLC tags, industrial data connectivity, and manufacturing historians.
• Experience with data platforms such as Databricks, cloud data services, or dashboard and visualization tools.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management, engineering configuration management, or requirements traceability.
• Experience applying AI tools to technical information retrieval, workflow automation, or engineering analysis, with appropriate testing and human review.
• Working knowledge of version control, debugging, software testing, and change management.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or another regulated manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to CAD, engineering simulation, or digital twin applications is beneficial.
• Candidates are not expected to have experience with every technology listed. Strong engineering judgment, hands‑on development skills, and the ability to learn unfamiliar systems are essential.

Employee Value Proposition:

Biotech Industry experience

Red Flags:

Not 10+ years of robotic specific experience

Interview process:

1 phone interview