Mechatronics/Robotics Technician

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Challenge Manufacturing produces automotive parts, specializing in welded assemblies and precision-engineered metal-formed products. The company supplies these components to the global automotive industry.

Job Profile

The company is recruiting a Mechatronics/Robotics Technician who will provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting, and operations of automated welding cells within a production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assessing welding/robotic applications, as well as mentoring Auto Technician I-III team members.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associate’s Degree in mechatronics, controls, maintenance technician (preferred)

Work Experience

• Minimum 3 years of Weld Technician, Automation Technician, or equivalent experience (required)
• Minimum 10 years combined experience and education as an Automation Technician or Equivalent experience and education (preferred)
• Experience with Microsoft applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

License/Certification

• Mechatronics certificate or journeyperson card (preferred)
• Industrial Maintenance/Machine Repair/Electrician Journeyman certification, or 2-year technical degree, or equivalent work experience (required)
• Ability to obtain industrial truck and aerial platform licenses (required)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Ability to execute with proficiency all duties and responsibilities requirements of Automation technician III.
• Automation Technician IV must demonstrate competency in (2) of the below specialties: PLC Programming, Intermediate PLC programming (add sensor & change sequence), Strong understanding of ladder logic and intermediate level ability to troubleshoot issues through a PLC, Program Panel View (HMI), Troubleshoot/Setup I/O blocks, Search, cross reference, and edit a program, Troubleshoot HMI system, Load program, Replace components (i.e., logical module, screen, etc.), Replace system, set IP address, set system name, Troubleshoot Valve Stacks, Intermediate robot programming methods, Load ID, Gun Tuning, Adding system components (i.e., add valves/ I/O blocks)
• Calibrate the squeeze force on spot weld guns
• Cap/electrode studies and weld validation
• Conduct preventive maintenance activities on specialty equipment
• Creating offset positions
• Demonstrate advanced-level proficiency in troubleshooting using electrical/mechanical prints.
• Emhart DA schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
• Fixture adjustments – minor shim moves on processes based on manufacturing details (with guidance from a Weld Maintenance Mechanic III or Manufacturing Engineer).
• Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment.
• If needed, rebuild or reload schedules. Make changes as directed by Weld Engineers using RAFT
• Intermediate Weld Troubleshooting
• Intermediate weld troubleshooting for all welding applications (drawn arc, GMAW, resistance welding, projection welding, Pneumatic systems, etc.).
• Mentor Automation Technician level I-III members, as well as Weld Technicians
• MIG weld schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
• Modify and perform intermediate programming tasks of robots in all robotic applications.
• Perform basic offline programming using RoboCAD/Robot Studio. TCP Verification, I/O Simulation, Move Creation/Modification, Zone Setups.
• Program robot offline (write routines)
• Replace motors, resolvers, and serial pulse coders
• Set up/troubleshoot issues with external axes
• Set up/troubleshoot issues with tool changers
• Set up and troubleshoot Poke Yoke systems and applications.
• TCP creation and verification (experience with ABB Bullseye system is a plus)
• Troubleshoot Drawn Arc Stud Welding issues, as well as basic programming
• Troubleshoot/set up projection welds
• Understanding of shimming processes.
• Use electrical system knowledge and electrical schematics/prints to troubleshoot electrical components and circuits (Connecting circuit breakers, transformers, or other components in a junction box or panel). Perform tasks at an intermediate level with an electrician’s supervision: Wiring harnesses, Drive systems, Relays, Boards Motors
• Use the following equipment safely at an advanced level: hand measuring tools, multi-meters, amp meters, welding current meter, digital force gauge, micro-ohm meter
• Working knowledge of Miyachi Weld Tester

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Excellent verbal communication skills (required)
• Knowledge of PLC systems and Intermediate programming methods (required)
• Steel-toed boots and hard hats are required on-site
• Strong electrical and mechanical background in industrial and automated systems
• Successful completion of Automation Technician II written and performance tests (internal and external candidates)

Work Environment

• Clean, high-tech environments
• Exposure to moving machinery
• Shift or weekend work is possible
• Standing or crouching for tasks
• Strict safety protocols followed

Benefits/Perks

• The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life, Voluntary Life and LTD, Employer 401 (k) Match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.

Employer’s Statement

Challenge Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.