Title: Robotics Automation Controls Engineer
Location: Decatur, IL
Duration: Direct Hire
SUMMARY
Act as technical lead for the design, programming, and deployment of robotic systems.
Support development, debugging, and troubleshooting of robotic controls and automation systems.
Provide input on instrumentation, safety controls, and HMI upgrades.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robotics solutions meet operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead engineering projects involving robotic automation, from concept through implementation.
Program, debug, and troubleshoot robotic control systems (e.g., Fanuc robotics).
Partner with support teams to resolve software or hardware issues.
Sustain robotics standards, documentation, and compliance.
Drive innovation by identifying and applying cutting-edge robotics solutions to complex manufacturing challenges.
Skills & Competencies
Fanuc Robotics Expertise: Programming, design, and operation of industrial robots.
Problem Solving & Troubleshooting: Skilled in diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues.
Industrial Automation & Controls: Proficiency in automated systems to improve productivity and efficiency.
Collaboration: Ability to work across engineering, manufacturing, and IT teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
Experience in heavy industrial or manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with SCADA systems (FactoryTalk, Ignition).
Strong safety-first mindset in automation design and deployment.