Sr Virtual Solutions Engineer

IPG Genesis Systems; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG Photonics seeks a Senior Virtual Solutions Engineer to support sales and customer delivery. You will assess manufacturability, improve designs, and validate solutions via simulation. Offline robot programming experience is essential to deliver optimized manufacturing layouts.

Join a global leader in laser technology in a role that blends engineering excellence with customer-focused project execution and long-term growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Four-year engineering degree or equivalent education and exp.
• Ten or more years of relevant professional experience.
• Advanced knowledge of laser equipment, processes, and applications.
• Advanced knowledge of arc welding equipment, processes, and applications.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks.
• Advanced knowledge of simulation / off-line programming software.
• Visual C components.
• Robot-specific off-line programming software (RoboGuide, KukaSim, MotoSim).

Responsibilities

• Handle the most complex and large-scale automation projects.
• Provide training, guidance and oversight to VSE teams.
• Review and provide input to customer proposals when required.
• Create virtual work cells and off-line robot programs when requested.
• Validate solutions through simulation software to reduce risk.
• Direct Mechanical Design and Tool Design for the validated layout.
• Collaborate with design and project teams to implement simulated solutions through lifecycle.

Skills

Laser equipment

Arc welding

SolidWorks

Offline robot programming

RoboGuide

KukaSim

MotoSim

GD&T

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Four-year engineering degree or equivalent education and exp

Tools

SolidWorks

RoboGuide

KukaSim

MotoSim

Job description

IPG Photonics is a global leader in advanced laser technology and robotic automation solutions. With the integration of Genesis Systems Group in 2018, we combine decades of expertise in robotic system integration with industry-leading fiber laser innovation to deliver high-performance manufacturing solutions.

Today, we provide cutting-edge automation systems specializing in laser welding, laser cleaning, laser surface modification, and MIG welding automation—helping manufacturers improve quality, productivity, and overall performance

.
Headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, IPG Photonics employs over 4,800 people across more than 30 locations worldwide. As a pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers, we are committed to applying light-based technologies in ways that improve lif

e.
Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions that make the world a better place. We are equally committed to building a strong, engaged workforce by attracting and retaining top talent and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports long-term growth and sustainabili

ty.
At IPG Photonics, employees can expect meaningful, challenging work, a supportive and team-oriented culture, and competitive benef

its.
JOB SU

MMARYThe Senior Virtual Solutions Engineer supports both the sales process and customer project delivery. They are responsible for evaluating manufacturability of customer parts, helping customers improve their designs when appropriate. The Senior VSE is also responsible for concepting and validating solutions using simulation software. Finally, the Senior VSE is responsible for off-line robot programming in various software pack

ages.
Duties/Responsibil

• ities:Handle the most complex and large-scale automation pr
• ojectsProvide training, guidance and oversight to
• VSE’s.Support efforts of Sales, Process Engineering, and Project
• Teams.Review and provide input to customer proposals when requ
• ested.Generate new solution layouts or continue development of solutions created during qu
• oting.Validate solutions through simulation software to eliminate as much uncertainty and risk in the intended process as possible. This includes optimal part orientation, layout and robot reach optimization, payload analysis, tool/fixture access confirmation, and takt time ana
• lysis.Direct Mechanical Design and Tool Design in implementing the validated layout for detailed design
• work.Review the integrated System and Tool Design to confirm reach, part access, tool clearance
• , etc.Create virtual work cells and Off-line Robot Programs when requ
• ested.Become proficient with the 3D printer and Insight sof
• tware.Performs other related work and special pro
• jects.Obeys company policies and procedures and observes all safety regula
• tions.Establish and maintain solution configurations within simulation sof
• tware.Collaborate with design personnel and project team to implement simulated solutions and manage change throughout the project life
• cycle.Evaluate manufacturing takt time through simul
• ation.Authority to evaluate project and company
• risk.Authority to purchase on behalf of the company according to spend p
• olicy.Authority to work out of seq
• uence.Authority to inspect for fitness o

f use.
Requi

rements
Ed

• ucation:Four-year engineering degree or equivalent education and exp

erience.
Ex

• perience:Ten or more years of relevant professional ex
• perience.Advanced knowledge of laser equipment, processes, and appl
• ications.Advanced knowledge of arc welding equipment, processes, and appl
• ications.Working knowledge of So
• lidWorks.Advanced knowledge of simulation / off-line programming
• software.Visual C
• omponentsRobot-specific off-line programming software (RoboGuide, KukaSim,

MotoSim).
Required

• Abilities:Expertise interpreting and applying Geometric Dimensioning and To
• lerancing.Creativity to explore multiple viable solutions and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of thos
• e options.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the techni
• cal arena.Excellent organization
• al skills.Detail oriented and thorough in executing respons
• ibilities.Effective working on multiple projects con
• currently.Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of
• software.Ability to deliver results under pressure of a sale and/or a project
• schedule.Trustworthy and reliable te
• am player.Ability to work with minimal su

pervision.
Physical Re

• quirements:Ability to work in a stationary position while programming and using software for extended perio
• ds of time.Ability to work within the manufacturing environment frequently while testing software, troubleshooting controls, and investigat
• ing issues.Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder while working in the manufacturing e

nited States
Em

ployme

ts Informa

tionPay Range:The pay range on this posting applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location posted, the applicable range could differ. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, a

nd experience.
Other Compensation: Employees in this role are eligible for additional rewards which

• could include:Annual Discretionary Bonus or Sales Bonu

s as Applicable
Benefits Provided: All Regular* US em

• ployees receive:Paid vacation time accrued based on
• years of servi

ch Calendar Year*Prorated for reduce

d hour schedules
Additional Benefits Offered: IPG also

• offers access to:Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with op
• tions for HSA/FSAD
• ependent Care FSAPaid Basic Life and A
• D&D InsuranceShort-term and Long-term Dis
• ability insurance401(k) plan with
• Company matchingEmployee Stock Pur
• bursement ProgramEmployee Assista
• nce Program (EAP)Ad
• option Assist
• ancePet InsuranceParen
• izons Backup CareBright Horiz

ons College Coach*Benefits eligibility may differ by program for reduc

ed hour schedules