Robotics Engineer III

Overview:

About Us

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

Participates in design of industrial robotic systems for material handling solutions. Includes application of existing design standards and incorporating development of project specific robot programming and configurations that meet or exceed project requirements. Frequently will work with support of more senior engineers. Uses creativity and innovation while working closely with the overall project team members to tailor best fit of standard application and product offering to meet customer needs. Independently executes small projects with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

Develops robotic application programs using industrial robot controllers, mainly Fanuc and Yaskawa (Motoman), but could include other major industrial robot manufacturers; usually for small projects and retrofits; supports design of projects of all sizes

Performs diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making

Prepares robot programming and configuration documentation

Maintains a progress schedule that meets project milestones and effectively time manages and communicates individual schedule risks as applicable

Participates in robot area performance and throughput analyses with other project team members, through means of simulation software and/or first hand data collection and observation of systems in operation

Works closely with the Mechanical and Controls Engineering project design team members to integrate robot solutions

Occasionally, performs troubleshooting and support activities on existing in-operation systems previously implemented by other Daifuku-Daifuku team members

Follows industrial robot teaching and programming safety practices

Performs on-site commissioning

Performs system validation as per project requirements

Ensures that all project checklists and project electronic documents are complete and properly archived

Follows Engineering Standards

Travels up to 50%

Qualifications:

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in technical or engineering related field, such as Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent level of experience

Minimum of 4 years of material handling related experience

Experience with industrial robots, FANUC and/or Yaskawa Motoman preferred

Experience with industrial robotics and automation safety practices and standards is a plus (will train as required)

Experience with industrial controls including PLC’s is highly desired

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

Knowledge of industrial automation systems

Knowledge of industrial robots (FANUC, Yaskawa Motoman, ABB, Kuka, etc) and end effectors

Good time management skills

Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Team-oriented and collaborative

Creative-thinking and problem-solving skills

Ability to learn new technologies

Self-motivated

Ability to work non-traditional hours

Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language

Benefit Information

Many great benefits to include Health/Vision/Dental/401k with match/Pet Insurance

FSA/HSA

Employee Assistance Program

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

Federal Contractor

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