Engineer

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Rochester Hills, MI, USA
In-Office
Artificial Intelligence • Robotics
The Role
Job Summary & Responsibilities
In this role as an Engineer for Paint Process Systems, you will be responsible for the design, testing, and/or implementation of robotic painting solutions for automotive, heavy truck, or Tier I suppliers.  Your duties will include a combination of robot program design, robot programming, and spray application engineering.

You must be a customer-focused problem-solver with exceptional communication skills who enjoys going above and beyond for customers, collaborating with cross-functional teams and has experience with paint process, paint robot programming, and ideally, FANUC America robots. 

Primary responsibilities will include

  • Install, launch, and optimize the programs at customer sites
  • Develop robot programs offline using ROBOGUIDE and PaintPRO simulation software
  • Perform process system verification testing at modular build and customer sites using the System Verification Manual
  • Perform spray testing and customer demonstrations in the laboratory to determine the optimal application settings
  • Provide project and customer troubleshooting and support to existing installations for identified process and application equipment
  • Perform process engineering analysis and feasibility studies of paint automation equipment required for the release of Process Studies
  • Optimize the integration of application equipment, specifically bell atomizers and fluid delivery equipment for projects (e.g. optimize color change, ensure proper settings per system verification manual, etc.)
  • Provide training to FANUC America Engineers and customers on application equipment and process
  • Provide recommendations for robot and application equipment improvements to enhance performance and reduce cost
  • Assist in updates to the system verification manuals and troubleshooting methods
  • Ability to record and interpret paint quality data such as film builds, defects, and color/quality

 Ideal candidate will have the following experience and education

  • Bachelor's degree in related technical engineering discipline or equivalent relevant experience
  • Paint process experience with FANUC America paint robots, including paint robot programming
  • Experience with paint and powder application & equipment including paint spray gun and bell applications, pumping / fluid delivery equipment
  • Process knowledgeable and experienced in fluid delivery systems, rotary atomizer (bells) and spray gun applications
  • Experienced with PaintPRO and/or other offline programming software
  • Experience in launching robot systems at customer facilities

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree in related technical field
  • Minimum five years of experience with Sealant and Adhesive Application & equipment
  • Experience with Fanuc ISD and IPS dispensers greatly preferred (pumping and fluid delivery/control equipment)
  • Ability to speak multiple languages
  • Experienced in robot programming specifically with FANUC Robots
  • Experience in launching robot systems at customer facilities

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!

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 Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Benefit Dollars
  • Generous Holiday & Vacation Program

 

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans

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The Company
HQ: Rochester Hills, MI
0 Employees
Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

FANUC America Corporation, headquartered in Rochester Hills, MI is the leading supplier of robots, CNC systems and factory automation. Founded in 1982, FANUC America has over 1,500 employees in the Americas. Our team of automation professionals work in customer service, engineering, finance, human resources, IT, logistics, operations, manufacturing, product development, sales & marketing and training. On October 22, 2019, FANUC America hosted a Grand Opening of our new 461,000 square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, in order to keep pace with the growing demand for robots and automation. Constructed and in full operation just one year after breaking ground, the new facility houses several departments including engineering, product development, manufacturing and warehousing. FANUC now occupies over one million square feet of building space in Oakland County, Michigan. In 2021, FANUC America was named one of Michigan’s top workplaces by the Detroit Free Press for the 10th consecutive year. In addition, the Chicago Tribune named FANUC America’s Hoffman Estates, IL regional office one of Illinois’ top workplaces.

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