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Senior Automation Controls Engineer
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23 September 2026 (Yesterday)
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21 December 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Job Objective
The Robotics Engineer is responsible for the programming integration commissioning and optimization of robotic arc welding (MIG systems utilizing FANUC and NACHI platforms within the automotive Bodyshop. The primary goal is to ensure the structural and geometric integrity of body-in-white (BIW) sub-assemblies minimizing spatter thermal distortion and cycle times while maintaining a highly repeatable production-ready processalso responsible for following and establishing programming standards based on process requirements and application types from commissioning through to start-up.
Core Responsibilities
- Path Generation & Optimization: Program and refine complex MIG welding trajectories on NACHI robots ensuring optimal torch angles (work and travel angles) and proper electrode stick-out.
- Weld Process Optimization: Configure and fine-tune welding parameter schedules directly on the robots to eliminate common defects such as porosity lack of fusion undercut or excessive burn-through.
- TCP Maintenance & Calibration: Implement automatic Tool Center Point (TCP) check routines to ensure the robot maintains precise weld placement after consumable changes (contact tips nozzles or goosenecks).
- Backup & Version Control: Maintain clean documented version history and periodic image backups of all robot controllers under your scope.
Job Requirements
- Education: Bachelors degree in Robotics Mechatronics Automation Welding Electromechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience programming and integrating FANUC and NACHI robots with a heavy focus (at least 2 years) on MIG welding applications in an automotive BIW/Bodyshop
- Languages: Professional working proficiency in English to interface with global tooling suppliers and corporate engineering standards.
Requirements
Technical Skills (Hard Skills)
- FANUC Programming (ArcTool): Advanced mastery of the FANUC ArcTool software package configuration of weld schedules torch control and tool coordinate system management (TCP/Weld Frame).
- NACHI Programming (MIG/Arc): Specialized configuration in NACHI controllers (FD/AX series) for arc applications power source interfacing and synchronization of travel speed with wire feed rate.
- MIG/MAG Welding Technology: Deep knowledge in adjusting and optimizing welding parameters (voltage amperage wire feed speed gas flow) and transfer modes (short-circuit globular spray pulsed arc).
- Welding Peripherals: Integration and maintenance of torch cleaning stations (reamers) wire cutters neck aligners and automated TCP calibration units.
- Power Source Integration: Communication setup and configuration of industrial interfaces (Digital/Analog DeviceNet EtherNet/IP) with leading power supplies such as Fronius (TPS/i) Lincoln Electric or Miller.
- Robot Safety Systems: Advanced implementation of safety software options specifically Fanuc Dual Check Safety (DCS) and Nachi RMU (Robot Monitoring Unit) for collaborative or restricted zone control.
Interpersonal Skills (Soft Skills)
- High-Pressure Troubleshooting: Rapid root-cause analysis of critical hardware/software faults during high-volume automotive production runs.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills to interface seamlessly with PLC programmers mechanical designers weld quality inspectors and maintenance technicians.
Location: Toledo OH and Normal IL. - Candidates will spend 2-3 months in Toledo OH and then will transition to Normal IL. Must be available to work onsite at both these sites.
Travel: Pre-approved travel expenses will be included on top of the rate.
Schedule: Consultant will work 60 hours per week. 12 hours a day. Will need to work rotating shifts: am and pm
Travel: Pre-approved travel expenses will be included on top of the rate.
Schedule: Consultant will work 60 hours per week. 12 hours a day. Will need to work rotating shifts: am and pm
Required Skills:
MIG welding applications Robotic PLC FANUC
Required Education:
Bachelors degree in Robotics Mechatronics Automation Welding Electromechanical Engineering or a related field.
