Who You Are
We are looking for a dynamic Robotic Application Engineer to spearhead the development, implementation, and growth of continuous process application. In this exciting role, you will collaborate with a talented team of engineers to support sales and champion industry-leading solutions.
How It’s Done
- Develop and implement automation applications, including spot welding, press-to-press transfer, contouring, sanding, assembly, material removal, milling, arc welding, laser processing, and other manufacturing solutions.
- Support new customer sales and applications.
- Work with internal sales, distributors and customers to provide process studies and mockups.
- Perform new product (hardware and software) testing.
- Develop strategic plans and support system builds for tradeshows relating to defined market segment.
- Develop functional specifications for new value-added products that exceed competitor product specifications.
- Support product development process to ensure products meet the functional specifications for the market.
- Develop sales material, including product release bulletins, data sheets, press releases, videos, and presentations to successfully release a new product and define competitive advantages.
- Develop product/market analysis to allow FANUC Robotics to obtain competitive advantage.
- Works with our sales force and systems group to ensure the customer is provided with the correct automation solution.
- This position requires occasional overnight travel to support trade shows, customer applications, and on-site customer needs.
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or applicable technical discipline or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience in robotic automation applications or other relevant work experience.
- Experience in designing and building systems.
- Experience with 3D modeling software (Inventor, Solid Works)
It’s Your Move
At FANUC America, we are driven by a deep respect for our people and a commitment to building a workplace dedicated to integrity and excellence. We believe that great careers are built through opportunity, growth, and collaboration—and we’re excited to invite talented individuals like you to explore what’s possible with us.
Joining FANUC means becoming part of a team that values your unique perspective and encourages continuous learning and collaboration. We foster a culture where respect and innovation go hand in hand, and where your contributions help shape the future of automation and robotics.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply today. We look forward to learning more about you!
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
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or applicable technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Experience in robotic automation applications
- Experience designing and building systems
- Experience with 3D modeling software (Inventor, SolidWorks)
FANUC America Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about FANUC America and has not been reviewed or approved by FANUC America.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, and vision insurance along with disability and life insurance. A wellness program is also described as part of the health-and-wellbeing offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) savings program as part of the core package. Broader retirement supports such as pension and retirement allowance plans are also highlighted at the parent-company level as part of employee welfare initiatives.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and paid holidays are included as standard time-off benefits. Time off is also associated with positive work/life balance in at least one role-specific account.
FANUC America Insights
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.
