Robotic Engineer

Yeti to Work • Highland Park, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Our client is seeking a Robotic Engineer in the Highalnd Park, MI area. This is a 1st shift / day position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on industrial robotics or automation experience.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting robotic systems such as FANUC, ABB, KUKA, and/or Universal Robots.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, sensors, automation controls, and integrated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Cognex, Keyence, or similar machine vision systems is preferred.
• Exposure to Industry 4.0, manufacturing data collection, and smart factory technologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize industrial robots, cobots, and automated tooling.
• Lead the integration and commissioning of new robotic cells, conveyors, end-of-arm tooling, and vision systems.
• Troubleshoot automation-related downtime and perform root cause analysis to implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time, quality, throughput, and equipment reliability.
• Work with PLCs, sensors, controls, and other automation equipment to support integrated manufacturing systems.
• Partner with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams on automation upgrades and equipment improvements.
• Develop and maintain schematics, programming standards, preventive maintenance documentation, and other technical documentation.
• Train production and maintenance personnel on robotic equipment operation, troubleshooting, and safety.
• Ensure robotic and automation systems meet applicable safety requirements and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level