Travel Robotic Systems Technician | Commissioning & Support

Sterling Engineering; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering is seeking a Robotics Technician to support installation, startup, troubleshooting and commissioning of robotic automation systems across the Midwest and beyond. The role is based in Bartlett, IL with up to 40% travel to customer facilities.

Responsibilities include FAT/SAT prep, system readiness, and assisting engineering teams with testing and project execution. Strong PLC, mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting skills are required, with experience on FANUC, ABB, UR,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with industrial robots or automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting and editing FANUC robots.
• Candidates familiar with ABB, Universal Robots or Yaskawa platforms encouraged to apply.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Based in Bartlett, support project planning and system readiness before equipment ships.
• Perform FAT/SAT preparation and assist testing.
• Troubleshoot robotic systems and automation equipment; assist engineering teams with testing and project execution.
• Travel up to ~40% to commission systems at customer facilities and support startups and SAT.

Skills

Robotic troubleshooting

FANUC robots

ABB robots

Mechanical troubleshooting

Tools

PLC control systems

Job description

Sterling Engineering is seeking a Robotics Technician to support installation, startup, troubleshooting and commissioning of robotic automation systems across the Midwest and beyond. The role is based in Bartlett, IL with up to 40% travel to customer facilities.

Responsibilities include FAT/SAT prep, system readiness, and assisting engineering teams with testing and project execution. Strong PLC, mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting skills are required, with experience on FANUC, ABB, UR,