Controls & Robotics Engineers (Intermediate to Lead Roles)
29 days ago
Lewisville
Job Description VOLCANIX AUTOMATION is building a multidisciplinary Controls & Robotics team to support a large-scale advanced energy manufacturing facility in the Northeastern United States. We are hiring multiple engineers and programmers across several experience levels, from Intermediate Engineers to Technical Leads. This is a hands-on engineering opportunity involving industrial controls, SCADA development, PLC programming, robotics integration, commissioning, and production support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Whether your expertise is in Controls, Robotics, or a combination of these disciplines, we'd like to hear from you. Responsibilities • Develop, configure, commission, and troubleshoot industrial control systems and automated equipment., • Program and troubleshoot Siemens PLCs using TIA Portal., • Develop, configure, and maintain Ignition Platform SCADA applications., • Program, teach, optimize, and troubleshoot industrial robots (FANUC and/or ABB)., • Support robotic cell integration, commissioning, and production startup activities., • Integrate robots with PLC-controlled equipment, industrial networks, vision systems, and safety devices., • Optimize robot paths, cycle times, and process performance to meet production goals., • Perform system testing, validation, customer run-offs, and production handoffs., • Troubleshoot controls, robotics, electrical, communication, and automation issues., • Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, production personnel, and customer teams., • Maintain technical documentation while following customer engineering standards. Additional Responsibilities for Technical Leads • Lead and mentor multidisciplinary Controls and Robotics engineering teams., • Coordinate technical activities with project managers, customers, and cross-functional teams., • Provide technical leadership throughout commissioning, startup, and production support activities., • Establish engineering best practices and maintain technical quality across the project. Experience Levels Intermediate Engineer / Programmer • 3+ years of experience in industrial automation., • Experience in one or more of the following:, • Siemens PLC programming (TIA Portal), • Working experience with Ignition Platform (SCADA), • FANUC and/or ABB robot programming, • Familiarity with industrial networks (Profinet, EtherNet/IP), • Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities, • Strong troubleshooting skills in manufacturing environments, • Experience with RobotStudio and/or Roboguide is a plus, • Experience with vision systems, motion control, safety systems, or error-proofing is preferred Senior Engineer / Programmer • 7+ years of experience in industrial automation, • Strong Siemens PLC programming experience (TIA Portal), • Strong Ignition Platform SCADA development experience, • Strong FANUC and/or ABB robot programming experience, • Experience commissioning large-scale automated manufacturing systems, • Experience with robot simulation tools (RobotStudio and/or Roboguide), • Strong understanding of industrial networks, safety systems, motion control, and vision systems, • Proven ability to develop automation and robotic programs from scratch Controls & Robotics Lead • 10+ years of experience in industrial automation, • Previous technical leadership or supervisory experience, • Expert knowledge of Siemens PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and industrial automation systems, • Strong experience with FANUC and/or ABB robotic systems, • Extensive commissioning experience on large-scale manufacturing projects, • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams and coordinate directly with customers, • Strong technical mentoring, communication, and organizational skills Qualifications • Engineering or Technical Degree required, • Strong communication and documentation skills, • Comfortable working on-site in fast-paced manufacturing environments, • Self-motivated with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities Work Authorization We welcome candidates who are: • Eligible for TN Visa, • Authorized to work and travel throughout North America Additional Information Compensation is based on experience, technical expertise, and leadership capability • Travel and work-related expenses are covered by the company, • Work Location is On-site