Robotics Engineer

Location: Sterling Heights, MI • Full-Time • Up to 50% travel (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

About the Role

Indicon LLC is a leading provider of industrial automation, robotics, machine vision, and manufacturing solutions for customers across multiple industries. We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Robotics Engineer/Robotics Technician who is eager to learn, enjoys technology, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role supports a variety of robotics and automation projects ranging from small system modifications to large-scale installations valued from $5,000 to over $1 million, with project durations from a single day to over a year.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and support industrial robotic systems and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Assist with machine vision integration, robotic applications, and automation solutions.
• Support installation, commissioning, testing, and startup activities at customer facilities.
• Work directly with customers to diagnose issues, provide technical support, and deliver solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams across robotics, programming, paint, and flexible manufacturing environments.
• Travel to customer sites throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico as project needs require.
• Continuously learn new technologies, systems, and industry applications.
• Participate in project planning, documentation, system validation, and problem resolution activities.
• Represent Indicon professionally while building strong customer relationships.

Requirements

• 1-2+ years of experience in robotics, automation, controls, or a related engineering field.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time throughout North America.
• Strong aptitude for learning new technologies and solving problems independently.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred but not required (depending on experience).
• Experience working with industrial automation systems.
• Familiarity with machine vision applications.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Customer-facing communication skills and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FANUC and UR robotics systems.
• Exposure to PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of industrial machine vision systems.
• Experience building, repairing, or troubleshooting computers, machinery, robotics equipment, or other technical systems.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Passport or ability to obtain one for international travel to Canada and Mexico.

What Makes Someone Successful at Indicon

• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable taking initiative and solving problems independently.
• Curious and eager to learn continuously.
• Strong communicator who can build rapport with customers and team members.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a variety of manufacturing environments.
• Technically minded individual who enjoys understanding how things work and improving them.

Work Environment

• On-site position in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
• Monday through Friday schedule.
• Flexible start times between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
• Collaborative team-oriented culture.
• Frequent interaction with customers and project teams.
• Opportunities to work on a wide variety of automation and robotics projects.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation package.
• 401(k) and comprehensive benefits program.
• Professional development and conference opportunities.
• Company-sponsored events including:
  • Annual company BBQ
  • Volunteer and community service events
  • Weekly bagels on Thursdays
  • Team lunches and pizza events
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation and robotics technologies.