Robotic Engineer

3rd Shift ABB Robotic Engineer

Location: Lafayette, Indiana

Shift: 3rd Shift / Night Shift (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM EST)

Job Title: Robotics Manufacturing Engineer (ABB Robotics)

Position Summary

We are seeking a Robotics Manufacturing Engineer with strong hands-on experience in ABB industrial robotics, robot programming, troubleshooting, and manufacturing automation. The ideal candidate will have a strong shop-floor presence and the ability to independently support robotic applications across engine assembly, test, and paint operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and commission ABB industrial robots and robotic work cells.

• Troubleshoot and resolve robot, controls, tooling, and automation system issues.

• Support manufacturing operations by diagnosing and correcting production downtime related to robotic systems.

• Develop, modify, and optimize ABB robot programs for new and existing manufacturing processes.

• Integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, sensors, conveyors, and peripheral equipment.

• Lead robotic system validation, testing, startup, and commissioning activities.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time, quality, safety, and OEE.

• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities for manufacturing issues.

• Develop standard work, training documentation, and operating procedures.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, controls, quality, maintenance, and product engineering teams.

• Provide on-site troubleshooting and issue resolution for ABB robotics applications.

• Optimize robotic programs based on previous incidents and observations.

• Work closely with the PLC/Controls Engineer on issues and permanent resolutions.

• Optimize current robot configurations, including harnesses, cabling, and end-of-arm tooling.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field.

• 5-15 years of experience in robotics, automation, and manufacturing engineering.

• Extensive hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting ABB industrial robots.

• Strong knowledge of ABB RobotStudio and robot controller platforms.

• Experience with robotic arc welding, material handling, assembly, machine tending, or automated manufacturing applications.

• Experience integrating robots with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent PLCs.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, Lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Ability to support shop-floor troubleshooting and manufacturing operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with vision-guided robotics and automated inspection systems.

• Experience commissioning new automation equipment and production lines.

• Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols.

• Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or equivalent continuous improvement experience.

• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing environments.

Top Skills

• ABB Robot Programming & RobotStudio

• Robotics Troubleshooting & Manufacturing Automation

• Hands-on Manufacturing Engineering & Continuous Improvement

• On-site ABB Robotics Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution

• Robotic Program Optimization

• PLC/Controls Engineer Collaboration

• Robot Configuration Optimization - Harness, Cabling & End-of-Arm Tooling

Candidate Profile

• Greater than 5 years of industrial robotics experience.

• Strong shop-floor presence and hands-on troubleshooting capability.

• Able to independently support ABB robotic applications.

• Willing to work 3rd shift / night shift (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM EST).