Senior Sealer Proposal Engineer

Who You Are As our new Senior Engineer (Sealer Proposal Engineering and System Design), you will be responsible for developing, validating, and presenting automation solutions through creation of RoboGuide Simulations, Process Studies, Engineering Scrolls, Process Engineering Reports (PERs) and Technical Proposal support activities. You will be transforming customer requirements into engineered concepts that are technically feasible, cost-effective, and executable. Through collaboration with our many stakeholders, your goal is to create optimized automation concepts utilizing FANUC robots, dispense equipment, machine vision, and associated process technologies. Your role ensures proposed solutions meet customer requirements while minimizing risk and supporting successful execution through simulation, cycle time analysis, reach studies and process validation. You must be a technically strong automation engineer with extensive RoboGuide experience and strong knowledge of robotic dispensing applications used in the OEM Automotive environment. How Its Done Develop detailed RoboGuide simulations to support customer proposals, concept development, and feasibility studiesCreate process studies, perform robot reach analyses, cycle time studies, throughput calculations, pressure drop calculations, and layout evaluationsDesign and evaluate automation zones for robotic sealing, skiving, plugging, or any other operations in the automotive paint shopCollaborate with Sales and Proposal teams to develop technical solutions that align with customer specifications and business objectivesAnalyze customer requirements, RFQs, Scope of Work documentation, specifications, and production targets to develop optimized system conceptsSupport proposal generation through preparation of technical scope documentation, assumptions, risk assessments, and engineering deliverablesEvaluate robot selection, tooling concepts, dispense equipment requirements, vision integration, and process considerationsDevelop customer presentations demonstrating proposed solutions and the advantages of FANUC technologies and methodologiesIdentify technical risks and propose mitigation strategies prior to project awardGenerate engineering hour estimates and technical resource requirements to support proposal costing activitiesMaintain simulation standards, templates, and best practices to improve proposal consistency and efficiencyParticipate in application development and testing within the Sealer Lab environmentCreate internal training materials and mentor developing engineers in RoboGuide simulation techniquesAnalyze test results and prepare technical reports, recommendations, and presentations that identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and performance enhancement for engineering teams, management, suppliers, and customers Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging dispense technologies, automation systems, and process improvementsPlan, coordinate, and execute laboratory testing for sealer dispense materials, dispense and vision equipment, and process applicationsDevelop and perform test protocols (DoE) to evaluate dispensing performance, process capability, material behavior, and application qualityTravel as required to customer facilities, internal facilities, trade shows and industry events What You Need Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experienceMinimum of four years of experience in industrial automation, robotics integration, process engineering, or proposal engineeringExtensive experience with FANUC RoboGuide software and robotic simulation developmentExperience with robotic sealing, dispensing, adhesive application, paint, or related automated process systemsStrong understanding of industrial automation systems including robotics, controls, tooling, dispense equipment, and machine visionExperience developing customer-facing technical presentations and engineering proposal documentsAbility to interpret customer specifications, mechanical layouts, process requirements, and production metricsUnderstanding of project execution methodologies and automation system implementationValid driver's license and passport required What Would Be Even Better 6+ years of experience in robotic automation or process engineeringAdvanced proficiency with FANUC RoboGuide simulation and offline programmingExperience with automotive body shop, paint shop, sealing, or dispensing applicationsKnowledge of robot cycle time optimization and process validation methodologiesExperience supporting sales activities, proposal generation, or pre-sales engineeringDeep understanding of machine vision systems related to robot guidance and automated quality inspection technologiesExtensive knowledge of Fanuc iRVision or similar machine vision systems from Liberty Robotics and VMTExperience creating layouts using AutoCAD or similar CAD platformsKnowledge of FANUC robot controllers and automation products, specifically the M20iD and M710iC robot models, ISD and IPS dispensers, and Fanuc iRVision suite It’s Your Move At FANUC America Corporation we are passionate about our customers, our employees, and the work we perform. We maintain a workplace where individuals can be proud of, where talents are embraced, and results are encouraged and supported. We are looking for talented people who value integrity, informed decision-making and collaboration. If you believe you are one of those talented people, and are interested in being considered for a career at FANUC America, we invite you to apply today! Benefits We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance401(k) Retirement ProgramLife InsuranceShort-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans Tuition ReimbursementWellness ProgramFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Benefit DollarsGenerous Holiday & Vacation Program Sponsorship is not provided for this position Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans