Mechatronic/Robotic Technician IV

Challenge Manufacturing•Spartanburg, SC

81d•Onsite

About The Position

Challenge Manufacturing is hiring a Mechatronic/Robotic Technician IV to support production by setting up, troubleshooting, and operating automated welding cells in a production facility. The role also implements best practices, assesses welding and robotic applications proactively, and mentors Automation Technician I–III team members and Weld Technicians. The technician is expected to perform the duties and responsibilities of an Automation Technician III with proficiency and demonstrate advanced troubleshooting skills using electrical and mechanical prints. The position performs electrical, robotic, welding, and automation troubleshooting and maintenance, including intermediate programming and setup work. The technician must demonstrate competency in two specialty areas: PLC Programming, intermediate robot programming methods, or intermediate weld troubleshooting. Work is at the company’s Spartanburg, South Carolina plant on first shift, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.
Ability to obtain industrial truck and aerial platform licenses.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Experience with Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Successful completion of Automation Technician II written and performance tests; the posting lists this requirement for internal candidates and also for internal and external candidates.
Knowledge of PLC systems and intermediate programming methods.
Industrial Maintenance, Machine Repair, or Electrician Journeyman certification; a two-year technical degree; or equivalent work experience.
Minimum three years of Weld Technician, Automation Technician, or equivalent experience.
Strong electrical and mechanical background in industrial and automated systems.

Nice To Haves

Mechatronics certificate or journeyperson card.
Associate degree in mechatronics, controls, or maintenance technology.
Minimum 10 years of combined experience and education as an Automation Technician or equivalent experience and education.
Experience with the ABB Bullseye system.

Responsibilities

Mentor Automation Technician I–III team members and Weld Technicians.
Perform the duties and responsibilities of an Automation Technician III with proficiency.
Follow safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment.
Troubleshoot equipment using electrical and mechanical prints.
Troubleshoot electrical components and circuits using electrical-system knowledge, schematics, and prints; perform intermediate work on wiring harnesses, drive systems, relays, boards, and motors under electrician supervision.
Modify robots and perform intermediate programming tasks across robotic applications.
Perform basic offline programming using RoboCAD or RobotStudio, including TCP verification, I/O simulation, move creation or modification, and zone setups.
Troubleshoot welding applications, including drawn arc, GMAW, resistance, projection welding, and pneumatic systems.
Use hand measuring tools, multimeters, ammeters, welding current meters, digital force gauges, and micro-ohm meters safely at an advanced level.
Make minor fixture shim adjustments based on manufacturer details with guidance from a Weld Maintenance Mechanic III or Manufacturing Engineer, and apply an understanding of shimming processes.
Set up and troubleshoot Poke Yoke systems and applications.
Demonstrate competency in two specialties: PLC programming, intermediate robot programming methods, or intermediate weld troubleshooting.
For PLC programming: add sensors and change sequences; troubleshoot using ladder logic; program PanelView HMIs; troubleshoot and set up I/O blocks; search, cross-reference, and edit programs; troubleshoot HMI systems; load programs; replace components; and replace or configure systems, including setting IP addresses and system names.
For robot programming: troubleshoot valve stacks; load IDs; tune guns; add system components such as valves and I/O blocks; write offline robot routines; set up and troubleshoot tool changers and external axes; create and verify TCPs; create offset positions; and replace motors, resolvers, and serial pulse coders.
For weld troubleshooting: rebuild or reload schedules and make directed changes using RAFT; make Emhart DA and MIG weld schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers; perform preventive maintenance on specialty equipment; conduct cap/electrode studies and weld validation; calibrate squeeze force on spot weld guns; troubleshoot Drawn Arc Stud Welding and perform basic programming; troubleshoot and set up projection welds; and use the Miyachi Weld Tester.
Work first shift, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Spartanburg, South Carolina plant.