Robotics Engineer
Engineering
Job Description
Job Title: Robotics Controls Engineer (Robotics Online Programmer)
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Location: Decatur, IL — Onsite
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Full Time
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Experience: 5–9 years preferred
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Start: ASAP
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Job Summary
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We are seeking a Robotics Online Programmer to support robotic manufacturing and automation operations at Decatur, Illinois facility. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with physical robot design, control logic, robot reachability, and industrial robotics, with the ability to support onsite manufacturing and production environments.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Develop, modify, and optimize robot control logic for manufacturing applications.
- Perform robot reachability and accessibility analysis to ensure efficient and safe robot operation.
- Support the physical design and integration of robotic systems within manufacturing environments.
- Program and troubleshoot industrial robotic systems and associated automation equipment.
- Analyze robot paths, tooling, work envelopes, and production processes.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, controls, mechanical, electrical, and engineering teams.
- Troubleshoot robotic equipment and resolve production-related issues.
- Support installation, commissioning, testing, and optimization of robotic systems.
- Ensure robotic designs and applications comply with applicable ASME and industry standards.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, programming changes, and engineering records.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities to improve safety, quality, cycle time, and equipment reliability.
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Required Qualifications
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- 5–9 years of relevant robotics/automation experience preferred.
- Hands-on experience with industrial robotics and robot programming.
- Strong understanding of robot reachability/reach studies and work envelopes.
- Experience developing or modifying robot control logic.
- Knowledge of physical robot/system design and integration.
- Understanding of ASME standards and manufacturing safety requirements.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fully onsite manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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Preferred Skills
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- Robotics simulation/programming software.
- PLC/controls experience.
- Robot offline/online programming.
- Manufacturing automation and .
- Experience with automotive/heavy equipment/manufacturing environments.
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