Robotics Engineer

About the role

The Robotics Engineer will support automation projects for a leading systems integrator in Spartanburg, SC. This contract opportunity is expected to run through December, with strong potential for extension based on project needs and performance.

Responsibilities

• Program and configure industrial robots for automated manufacturing applications, including developing programs from scratch.
• Support robotic system development through offline programming, ensuring accurate and efficient code before deployment.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate robotic systems against project and customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot and optimize robotic systems during commissioning and startup to ensure stable, high-quality operation.
• Work closely with controls engineers and integration teams to ensure seamless functionality between robots, controls, and other automation equipment.
• Auxiliary with debugging and process improvements to meet customer specifications and enhance overall system performance.
• Apply strong problem-solving skills to identify root causes of issues and implement effective corrective actions in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience programming industrial robots in manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with Fanuc robots, including programming Fanuc robots from scratch.
• Experience supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and startup activities for automated systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to robotic systems and automated manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with or for a systems integrator in an automation or industrial environment.
• Ability to work on-site in Spartanburg, SC and support project needs across the full lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience with offline robot programming tools and workflows.
• Background in robotic programming and robotic system integration within manufacturing settings.
• Comfort collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including controls engineers and field integration personnel.
• Interest in ongoing contract work with opportunities for future assignments based on performance.

Skills

• Proven experience programming industrial robots in manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with Fanuc robots, including programming Fanuc robots from scratch.
• Experience supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and startup activities for automated systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to robotic systems and automated manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with or for a systems integrator in an automation or industrial environment.
• Ability to work on-site in Spartanburg, SC and support project needs across the full lifecycle.

Benefits

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.