Robotic Engineer

FANUC America Corporation•Hoffman Estates, IL

6d•$81,120 - $130,874

About The Position

At FANUC America Corporation we are passionate about our customers, our employees, and the work we perform. We maintain a workplace where individuals can be proud of, where talents are embraced, and results are encouraged and supported. We are looking for talented people who value integrity, informed decision-making and collaboration. If you believe you are one of those talented people and are interested in being considered for a career at FANUC America, we invite you to apply today! The Robotic Engineer will provide technical leadership and support to the integrators and end users in the FANUC America Corporation (FAC) Midwest region including but not limited to Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, Nebraska, Minnesota, North and South Dakota and Colorado. This position will support the sales, applications, and execution departments of the FAC Midwest Regional Office through product demonstrations, training directives, and other technology-focused activities consistent with the objectives and strategies of the FAC Midwest Regional Office and the General Industrial Division (GID).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in the engineering and integration of industrial robotics automation systems.
FANUC robot programming experience.
Experience with FANUC robot machine vision related to robotic applications.
Ability to interact and support Sales and Applications Engineering with engineering expertise using strong interpersonal skills in listening, speaking and written communication.
Provide support with customer sales presentations and seminars to demonstrate the capabilities of FAC products.
Ability to provide support to (mostly) local trade show displays, both MDW and others.
Strong knowledge of industrial robotic automation.
Must have or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license.
Must be able to drive throughout a regional area for business as required.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and 2D industry-standard drawing practices.
Experience with SolidWorks and 3D modeling standards.
Knowledge of simulation software for robotic applications.
Ability to quickly assimilate new product information and apply it effectively.
Completion of relevant training programs, including: BaaN ERP Training ROBOGUIDE Software Training HandlingTool Programming Training

Nice To Haves

Experience with FANUC ROBOGUIDE software suite (e.g., HandlingPRO, PalletPRO, OlpcPRO).
Familiarity with FANUC robot machine vision systems, specifically iRVision and its application in robotic processes.
Background in arc welding, spot welding, CNC machining, or paint processes.

Responsibilities

Direct and support the application of intelligent robots by the Midwest Office executing group, regional ASI network, and regional end users.
Build and strengthen relationships with regional ASI network and regional end users to improve robot sales through training, technology transfer, and application assistance.
Provide generalized and customized training to all regional executing groups (FAC, ASI, end users) both in-house and on-site.
Assist internal and external customers by providing product and system expertise, in areas such as robot hardware and software, machine vision, and system safety.
Provide direction for the resolution of technical product issues.
Accompany district managers on sales calls when a high level of technical support is required.
Assist district managers on following up with targeted sales leads.
Manage internal resources to maintain demo cells at the Midwest Office as well as to complete custom demonstrations to support robot unit and system sales.
Use SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and FANUC simulation software to assist internal and external customers in the application of robotic automation solutions.
Travel to our customers and integrators to offer solutions with product applications with flexibility to travel 1-6 days, overnight per month or as business requires.