Robotics Engineer

Company Overview:

For 70 years, Burke Porter has led the automotive industry with best in class testing and automation products, helping OEM’s and Tier 1 providers ensure that their customers are safe and secure.

Job Summary:

Provide Robot, PLC, and HMI programming for machine control systems as well as field support and troubleshooting both on-site and remotely. Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additional responsibilities include technical support for manufacturing, in-house build, and field support of automotive test systems.

Qualifications:

• BSE with emphasis on controls or robotics systems or demonstrate knowledge of robotic control system concepts used in the automation industry.
• 3+ years' experience is preferred.
• PLC experience: Allen Bradley is preferred.
• Understanding of industrial networking.
• Understanding of pneumatic designs.
• Robotic experience: Fanuc is preferred (CR_COBOT, CRX and DCS); Kuka, Motoman and ABB are a plus.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (30-40%)
• Ability to solve problems using electrical prints, mechanical prints, and technical. documentation.
• Ability to quickly learn new and legacy machines.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Program robots and PLC controls with minimal assistance.
• Program and troubleshoot robot systems by working with the assembly and engineering team.
• Ability to instruct Field Service Engineers in the operations and startup of machinery and robotic controls.
• Ability to instruct Field Service Engineers in the operations and startup of machinery and robots.
• Ensure effective communication with customers, project managers, and team members.
• Provide support for new and existing equipment.
• Lead machine startups and coordination of installation services.
• Ability to train other robotic engineers and control engineers.

Skills:

• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work closely within a cross-functional team environment.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.