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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for first robotics in Illinois is $93,026.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,200.00 and $98,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in a FIRST Robotics mentor or coach position, strong knowledge of engineering principles, robotics design, and hands-on mechanical/electrical skills are fundamental, often supported by experience in STEM fields or education. Familiarity with tools such as CAD software, programming environments like LabVIEW or Java, and FIRST-specific hardware kits is essential. Leadership, teamwork, and effective communication are standout soft skills, as mentors collaborate closely with students and other volunteers. These abilities ensure successful guidance of robotics teams, foster student growth, and help meet competition goals in a dynamic, technical environment.

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A typical week for a FIRST Robotics mentor or coach involves leading students through project planning, design brainstorming, prototype building, and programming sessions, often during after-school hours or weekends. Mentors coordinate with other team members, provide technical assistance, and help manage deadlines for submissions and competition preparations. Collaboration with teachers, parents, and local industry sponsors is also common, especially when organizing events or fundraising activities. The role is dynamic and rewarding, emphasizing hands-on learning, mentorship, and teamwork as students progress through different stages of the robotics season.

What is a First Robotics job?

A FIRST Robotics job typically involves mentoring, coaching, or supporting student teams in designing, building, and programming robots for competitions organized by FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology). These roles can be volunteer-based or paid positions in schools, nonprofit organizations, or STEM-focused companies. Responsibilities may include teaching engineering concepts, overseeing project management, ensuring safety, and fostering teamwork. Many professionals in this field have backgrounds in robotics, engineering, or computer science.

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Infographic showing various First Robotics job openings in Illinois as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 11% Summer. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,026 per year, or $44.7 per hour.

CNC Machinist

Bosch Group

Lincolnshire, IL • On-site

$24 - $34/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Company Description
HydraForce, a Bosch Rexroth company offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. HydraForce cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. Through interaction with our global network of employees and customers, our employees provide products and solutions that have a global impact. For almost 35 years, HydraForce has been producing the most innovative electro-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets.
Throughout the world, you can find our products in a broad range of applications:
  • Agricultural and Turf Care Machinery
  • Construction and Road-Building Equipment
  • Material Handling and Personnel-Lift Equipment
  • Transmission, Engine and Powertrain Controls
  • Forestry and Resource Management Equipment
  • Refuse and Waste Handling Equipment
  • Injection Molding and Press Machinery
  • Other Specialized Mobile and Industrial Applications

Job Description
  • Produce machined components according to production schedule.
  • Studies specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
  • Maintains holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines.
  • Evaluates for anomalies regular machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow and depth and angle of cut and documents and communicates to the supervisor
  • Must be attentive and aware of the machine anomalies as they occur.
  • Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications.
  • Work with designers, production personnel, programmers and others to resolve machining problems.
  • Participate in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities within the area.
  • Provide feedback (CIP) to all related areas Machining, Assembly, Test and/or QMM.
  • Participate to train new employees. / Cross-train on other functions within the team.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area as per 5S philosophy.
  • Overtime may be required, sometimes with little advance notice.
  • Perform other essential and related duties as may be assigned

Qualifications
  • High School/Trade/technical school graduate from an accredited school (ex. CHEA, PA Department of Education, FL Department of Education, US Military) plus 3 years set up experience on CNC Horizontal/Vertical.
  • Extensive knowledge for both handling and usage of precision tools including, but not limited to: verniers, thread gauge, bore gauges, micrometers, tooling set-up fixtures and Calipers.
  • Ability to verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
  • Ability to setup a CNC center for production including, but not limited to fixture setup, verification (prove-out) of first piece along with program, completion of production runs.
  • Knowledge of CNC programming including, but not limited to: detailed working knowledge of G & M code programming functions, advance program-editing skills at the machine, etc.
  • Ability to read and interpret programs, prints and coordination sheets.
  • Ability to verify correct cutting speed and feed rates for tooling and materials.
  • Ability to prioritize and accommodate changes in work schedules.
  • Good interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to move per OSHA standards, i.e. up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Additional Information
Hourly Rate Range $24-$34. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and skills. Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable. By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. Bosch Rexroth welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.
BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives
  • FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
  • AWIM (A World In Motion)

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