Contract Robotics Engineer Jobs in Rochester, MI

Description

• Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data.

• Lead problem solving in resolving equipment performance issues.

• Lead trouble shooting; coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated.

• Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians.

• Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS.

• Troubleshoot machinery, robot, automation, and controls issues and downtime

• Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment.

• Review and coordinate project installations.

• Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements

• Maintain program backups for machinery and automation

• Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots

• Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety.

Skills

siemens, Plc programming, cnc machines, fanuc robots, vision system

Top Skills Details

siemens,Plc programming,cnc machines

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Education Required: High School Diploma - 5+ yrs of related experience ideally without having a completed engineering degree

Education Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Ability to work with UAW maintenance, Vendors and other Process Team Members when required.

Microsoft Suite familiarity (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

PLC Controller experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allan Bradley)

Effective oral and written communication skills

Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience

8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills

Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping

Familiar with UL508A requirements and NFPA79

Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal programming and troubleshooting

Siemens power line and solution line configuration and programming

Fanuc controls troubleshooting

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.

The pay range for this position is $42.30 - $50.73/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Sterling Heights,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

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