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About UsDaifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

Participates in design of industrial robotic systems for material handling solutions.Includes application of existing design standards and incorporating development of project specific robot programming and configurations that meet or exceed project requirements. Frequently will work with support of more senior engineers. Uses creativity and innovation while working closely with the overall project team members to tailor best fit of standard application and product offering to meet customer needs. Independently executes small projects with minimal supervision.

Essential Functions

• Develops robotic application programs using industrial robot controllers, mainly Fanuc and Yaskawa (Motoman), but could include other major industrial robot manufacturers; usually for small projects and retrofits; supports design of projects of all sizes 

• Performs diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making 

• Prepares robot programming and configuration documentation  

• Maintains a progress schedule that meets project milestones and effectively time manages and communicates individual schedule risks as applicable 

• Participates in robot area performance and throughput analyses with other project team members, through means of simulation software and/or first hand data collection and observation of systems in operation 

• Works closely with the Mechanical and Controls Engineering project design team members to integrate robot solutions 

• Occasionally, performs troubleshooting and support activities on existing in-operation systems previously implemented by other Daifuku-Daifuku team members 

• Follows industrial robot teaching and programming safety practices  

• Performs on-site commissioning 

• Performs system validation as per project requirements 

• Ensures that all project checklists and project electronic documents are complete and properly archived 

• Follows Engineering Standards 

• Travels up to 50% 

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in technical or engineering related field, such as Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent level of experience
• Minimum of 4 years of material handling related experience
• Experience with industrial robots, FANUC and/or Yaskawa Motoman preferred
• Experience with industrial robotics and automation safety practices and standards is a plus (will train as required)
• Experience with industrial controls including PLC's is highly desired

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Knowledge of industrial automation systems
• Knowledge of industrial robots (FANUC, Yaskawa Motoman, ABB, Kuka, etc) and end effectors
• Good time management skills
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Creative-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn new technologies
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work non-traditional hours
• Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language

Benefit Information

• Many great benefits to include Health/Vision/Dental/401k with match/Pet Insurance
• FSA/HSA
• Employee Assistance Program

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