Group Robotics & Automation Engineer

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The Group Robotics & Automation Engineer serves as a North America technical expert responsible not only for robotics and cobots but also for the broader deployment of automation technologies and smart manufacturing systems. Focuses on industrial robotics collaborative robots (cobots) and automation solutions to enable scalable reliable and cost-effective manufacturing processes.

Supports project development and shop-floor implementation while leading the standardization of robotic systems programming methodologies and integration approaches. Drives innovation through development of proof-of-concept (POC) solutions and deployment of advanced robotics and automation technologies across divisions.

Duties and Responsibility:

• Lead development of divisional and regional automation roadmaps aligned with business objectives labor strategies and manufacturing excellence initiatives.
• Identify automation opportunities through plant assessments and support business case development including ROI labor utilization EBIT impact and capacity improvements.
• Lead benchmarking of emerging robotic and automation technologies and evaluate opportunities for replication across multiple divisions and plants
• Support development of robotic concepts simulations and feasibility studies including cycle time analysis and system design.
• Lead standardization of robotics platforms programming methodologies end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) and integration approaches across all facilities.
• Develop document and maintain robotics standards best practices and reusable programming structures to ensure scalability and consistency.
• Support automation project development and execution including design reviews equipment specifications and integration requirements.
• Provide hands-on support during shopfloor implementation commissioning and debugging of robotic & automated systems.
• Program troubleshoot and optimize industrial robots and cobots (e.g. FANUC ABB KUKA Yaskawa) ensuring reliability and performance.
• Ensure seamless integration of robotics systems with PLC controls vision systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Lead development and deployment of collaborative robot (cobot) applications ensuring safe and efficient human-robot interaction.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cycle time throughput quality and equipment reliability.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for robotics and automation-related downtime.
• Develop and execute proof-of-concept (POC) projects for advanced robotics technologies including AI-enabled robotics flexible automation and adaptive systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Automation Controls Production Quality Maintenance and Safety to support system improvements and deployments.
• Provide technical support and guidance to divisional engineering teams including training on robotic systems programming and safety procedures.
• Support development of digital tools such as offline programming (OLP) simulation and virtual commissioning for robotics applications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards (OSHA MIOSHA RIA) and corporate requirements for robotic systems.
• Support internal and external audits related to ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949 ensuring robotics systems meet quality system requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture in robotic system design and implementation ensuring all applications meet regulatory and corporate safety standards.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience with industrial robotics automation integration and manufacturing processes.
• Experience leading automation projects from concept development through commissioning and production launch
• Strong hands-on experience with major robotics platforms (FANUC ABB KUKA Yaskawa or equivalent).
• Experience with collaborative robots (cobots) and human-robot interaction applications.
• Proficiency in robot programming simulation and troubleshooting in production environments.
• Strong understanding of robotics integration with PLC systems sensors and vision systems (Cognex Keyence or similar).
• Experience with end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) design and robotic cell optimization.
• Familiarity with offline programming (OLP) simulation tools and virtual commissioning is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts including smart manufacturing data collection and connected equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to support complex automation systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced multi-site manufacturing environment and support shop-floor activities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work across engineering and operations teams.
• Strong troubleshooting analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Available to work flexible hours as required
• Willing to travel as required

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