ABB Robotic Programmer

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. We leverage advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.

About the role

The Senior Robotics Manufacturing Engineer will provide hands-on technical leadership for robotic automation systems within a manufacturing environment. This role involves ABB robot programming, system integration, troubleshooting, process optimization, commissioning, and continuous improvement of automated production systems. The engineer will collaborate with manufacturing, controls, quality, and production teams to improve safety, quality, throughput, and equipment reliability.

On-site troubleshooting and issue resolution for ABB robotics applications across engine assembly, test, and paint operations on 1st shift (6 AM–3 PM EST) and 3rd shift (10 PM–6 AM EST).

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and commission ABB industrial robots and robotic work cells.
• Troubleshoot and resolve robot, controls, tooling, and automation system issues.
• Support manufacturing operations by diagnosing and correcting production downtime related to robotic systems.
• Develop, modify, and optimize ABB robot programs for new and existing manufacturing processes.
• Integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, sensors, conveyors, and peripheral equipment.
• Lead robotic system validation, testing, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time, quality, safety, and OEE.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities for manufacturing issues.
• Develop standard work, training documentation, and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, controls, quality, maintenance, and product engineering teams.
• Optimize robotic programs based on previous incidents and observations.
• Work with the PLC/Controls engineer on issues and related permanent resolutions.
• Optimize current robot configuration (harness, cabling, end-of-arm tooling, etc.).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field.
• 5–15 years of experience in robotics, automation, and manufacturing engineering.
• Extensive hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting ABB industrial robots.
• Greater than 5 years of industrial robotics experience.
• Strong shop-floor presence and hands-on troubleshooting capability.
• Able to independently support production-critical robotic systems.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is available for eligible candidates.

Skills

• Top Skills: ABB Robot Programming & Robot Studio, Robotics Troubleshooting & Manufacturing Automation, Hands-on Manufacturing Engineering & Continuous Improvement.
• Required Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of ABB Robot Studio and robot controller platforms.
  • Experience with robotic arc welding, material handling, assembly, machine tending, or automated manufacturing applications.
  • Experience integrating robots with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Ability to support shop-floor troubleshooting and manufacturing operations.
• Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with vision-guided robotics and automated inspection systems.
  • Experience commissioning new automation equipment and production lines.
  • Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols.
  • Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or equivalent continuous improvement experience.
  • Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing environments.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year.
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year (pro-rated based on start date).
• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision.
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage (short-term, long-term, or long-term care).
• 401(k) eligibility with annual employer contribution.
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses (up to a certain amount, case-by-case basis).
• Yearly bonus based on company performance.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $100,000 – $120,000 USD per year (Lafayette, IN).