Robotics Engineer at Belcan Robotics Engineer at Belcan in Merna, Illinois Posted in about 3 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Title:

Robot Engineers Location:

Toledo, OH and Normal, IL. - Candidates will spend 2-3 months in Toledo, OH and then will transition to Normal, IL. Contract Job Objective The Robotics Engineer is responsible for the programming, integration, commissioning, and optimization of robotic arc welding ( MIG systems utilizing FANUC and NACHI platforms within the automotive Bodyshop . The primary goal is to ensure the structural and geometric integrity of body-in-white (BIW) sub-assemblies, minimizing spatter, thermal distortion, and cycle times while maintaining a highly repeatable, production-ready process,also responsible for following and establishing programming standards based on process requirements and application types, from commissioning through to start-up.

Core Responsibilities Path Generation & Optimization:

Program and refine complex MIG welding trajectories on NACHI robots, ensuring optimal torch angles (work and travel angles) and proper electrode stick-out.

Weld Process Optimization:

Configure and fine-tune welding parameter schedules directly on the robots to eliminate common defects such as porosity, lack of fusion, undercut, or excessive burn-through.

TCP Maintenance & Calibration:

Implement automatic Tool Center Point (TCP) check routines to ensure the robot maintains precise weld placement after consumable changes (contact tips, nozzles, or goosenecks).

Backup & Version Control:

Maintain clean, documented version history and periodic image backups of all robot controllers under your scope.

Job Requirements Education:

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation, Welding, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience programming and integrating FANUC and NACHI robots, with a heavy focus (at least 2 years) on MIG welding applications in an automotive

BIW/Bodyshop Languages:

Professional working proficiency in English to interface with global tooling suppliers and corporate engineering standards. Technical Skills (Hard Skills) FANUC Programming (ArcTool): Advanced mastery of the FANUC ArcTool software package, configuration of weld schedules, torch control, and tool coordinate system management (TCP/Weld Frame). NACHI Programming (MIG/Arc): Specialized configuration in NACHI controllers (FD/AX series) for arc applications, power source interfacing, and synchronization of travel speed with wire feed rate.

MIG/MAG Welding Technology:

Deep knowledge in adjusting and optimizing welding parameters (voltage, amperage, wire feed speed, gas flow) and transfer modes (short-circuit, globular, spray, pulsed arc).

Welding Peripherals:

Integration and maintenance of torch cleaning stations (reamers), wire cutters, neck aligners, and automated TCP calibration units.

Power Source Integration:

Communication setup and configuration of industrial interfaces (Digital/Analog, DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP) with leading power supplies such as Fronius (TPS/i) , Lincoln Electric , or Miller .

Robot Safety Systems:

Advanced implementation of safety software options, specifically Fanuc Dual Check Safety (DCS) and Nachi RMU (Robot Monitoring Unit) for collaborative or restricted zone control. Interpersonal Skills (Soft Skills)

High-Pressure Troubleshooting:

Rapid root-cause analysis of critical hardware/software faults during high-volume automotive production runs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Strong teamwork skills to interface seamlessly with PLC programmers, mechanical designers, weld quality inspectors, and maintenance technicians.