Robotics Engineer III
About The Position
Inside the Role The Automation Engineer applies technical knowledge to design, develop, and maintain automated systems that improve safety, quality, reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in manufacturing operations. This role provides technical direction for system design, repair, and maintenance, and supports plant initiatives and capital automation projects. Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team Position offers a starting salary range of $104,000 - $133,000 USD Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. What You Drive at DTNA Support implementation of plant-specific automation initiatives and programs. Plan and execute facility-related capital automation projects on time and within budget. Maintain and ensure operation of the Automation Network and vSphere Server Farm. Manage PLC, drives, and HMI backups; ensure compliance with corporate standards. Vet automation-related software for Daimler compliance. Maintain and archive machine and system schematics and drawings. Provide training for technicians and maintain personal expertise in automation and networking topics. Stay current on advances in control strategies and automation technologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in automation engineering within a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, and safety standards.
- Strong knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs, including migration, safety, and integration with robotics.
- Experience with Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE/ME.
- Automation network design and troubleshooting expertise.
- Effective communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Nice To Haves
- VFD migration experience.
- ThinkManager experience.
- Ability to work any shift.
- SQL experience.
- Multi-industry systems integration experience.
Responsibilities
- Support implementation of plant-specific automation initiatives and programs.
- Plan and execute facility-related capital automation projects on time and within budget.
- Maintain and ensure operation of the Automation Network and vSphere Server Farm.
- Manage PLC, drives, and HMI backups; ensure compliance with corporate standards.
- Vet automation-related software for Daimler compliance.
- Maintain and archive machine and system schematics and drawings.
- Provide training for technicians and maintain personal expertise in automation and networking topics.
- Stay current on advances in control strategies and automation technologies.
Benefits
- annual bonus program
- 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
- starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
- 13+ calendar holidays
- 8 weeks paid parental leave
- employee assistance program
- comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
- onsite fitness (at some locations)
- tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
- short-term and long-term disability plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
