Robotics Engineer

Robotics Engineer at Hernshead Recruitment Robotics Engineer at Hernshead Recruitment in Diberville, Mississippi Posted in 1 day ago.

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full-time

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Position:

Join a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer as a Robotics Engineer supporting advanced automated manufacturing systems across next-generation aerospace programs. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role focuses on robotic programming, automation integration, system optimization, and manufacturing support within a highly automated production environment. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance to improve automation reliability, production throughput, and overall system performance.

Job Responsibilities:

Program, troubleshoot, and optimize industrial robotic systems used in aerospace and defense manufacturing applications Develop and maintain robotic programs, automation sequences, and process logic to improve production efficiency, quality, and repeatability Support integration of robotic systems including weld cells, material handling systems, vision systems, and automated assembly equipment Troubleshoot electrical, controls, communication, and robotic system issues to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to support automated manufacturing operations and continuous improvement initiatives Assist with equipment commissioning, factory acceptance testing (FAT), system startups, and validation activities Support new product introduction (NPI) activities including process development, tooling reviews, fixture integration, and automation planning Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities related to automation and robotic system performance

Experience Required:

5+ year experience programming and supporting industrial robotic systems within a manufacturing environment Hands-on experience with Fanuc robotic systems including programming, troubleshooting, teach pendant operation, and system integration Strong understanding of industrial automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, servos, motion controls, and industrial communication networks Experience with robotic welding, automated assembly, machine tending, or material handling applications preferred Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within automated manufacturing environments Experience supporting aerospace, defense, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries preferred Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering field required Fanuc robotics certifications, PLC programming certifications, or other automation-related certifications are a plus