Senior Automation Engineer – Advanced FANUC Robotics Design
About The Position
This full-time, permanent Senior Automation Engineer – Advanced FANUC Robotics Design career opportunity is with a premier, custom robotic system integrator. Unlike large corporations where you are restricted to a single niche, this company views its employees as partners and invests heavily in your total professional development; offering cross-training in mechanical, electrical, and advanced controls at no cost to you. With sales estimated to double this year, the environment is dynamic and growth-oriented, yet maintains a stable, employee-first culture that has never had a layoff. You will work on 5-8 unique, non-repetitive custom projects per year, ensuring your work remains challenging and your skills stay at the top of the market.
Requirements
- 4+ years of hands-on experience in FANUC robotics programming (Handling Tool, iRVision, etc.)
- Proven ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, including the ability to read complex schematics
- Ability to travel domestically 25-30% for installations and technical support
- Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder
- Possess a solid work history where job changes typically occur no more frequently than every 3-5 years
- Strong desire to work in a small-team, high-accountability environment where you can wear multiple hats
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, or FANUC Picktool is a significant plus but not required
- Having a residence within a 45-minute drive
Responsibilities
- Lead the from-scratch programming of FANUC robotics (70% of the role) for a variety of custom industrial applications
- Integrate and program FANUC iRVision systems and utilize RoboGuide for project simulation and optimization
- Read and interpret electrical schematics to troubleshoot robot and PLC I/O, ensuring seamless communication between systems
- Manage the installation and commissioning of systems (20% of the role), traveling domestically roughly one week every two months
- Collaborate directly with the CEO and VP of Operations on 5-8 high-priority, custom automation projects per year
- Support local service calls and participate in continuous improvement activities to advance the company’s technical capabilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
