Robotics and Control Support Engineer

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Phoenix, AZ, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Robotics • Manufacturing
The Role
Support continuous production in a robotic homebuilding facility by diagnosing and repairing robotic hardware, sensors, controls, PLCs, software, and automation systems. Improve equipment uptime and OEE through root-cause analysis, corrective actions, validation protocols, calibration, testing, and process improvements. Collaborate with software developers, robotic engineers, production teams, and robot cell operators while supporting TwinCAT and KUKA systems and maintaining safety standards.
Summary Generated by Built In
We’re excited to launch a new state-of-the-art robotic homebuilding facility in partnership with several large homebuilders within the Pheonix area. Powered by Promise Robotics' transformative production lines for timber-based panelized construction, the new facility enables our group of homebuilding partners to significantly increase the capacity and speed of home production within the fast-growing region of Pheonix, AZ.  

What You'll Do:

  • Ensure continuous production uptime by promptly diagnosing and resolving equipment issues to minimize downtime and sustain 12 hours operation shifts 
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair robotic hardware, sensors, drivers and software 
  •  Contribute to design, development, evaluation and improvement of robotic manufacturing systems and processes by working closely with a diverse technical team of software developers and robotic engineers 
  • Analyze equipment failures to identify root causes and implement corrective actions that improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
  • Develop, refine, and execute equipment validation protocols, including calibration, unit testing, and incremental improvements verification procedures 
  • Troubleshoot PLCs and robotic systems, including TwinCat and Kuka platforms, supporting automation for walls and floors building processes  
  • Uphold and promote a culture of safety, compliance, and professionalism 
  • Establish and maintain regular communication with production team and robot cell operators 

What You'll Need to Succeed:

  • Bachelor/College degree in Robotics, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science 
  • Strong knowledge and experience in industrial robot programming, PLC/HMI, control panel, automation and electrical standards and best practices 
  • Experience working with sensors such as laser profilers, vision systems, and force sensors 
  • Willingness to participate in a variety of technical areas in both software and hardware as needed to solve complex problems and achieve business impact 
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication and organization skills 
  •  Must be able to push, pull and move equipment and/or material up to 50 pounds when circumstances require
  • Ability to safely access and work beneath robotic cells, including bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling as needed for troubleshooting, commissioning, and repairs. 
  • (Preferred) 3+ years' experience with automation systems programming and control, including industrial robots  
  • (Preferred) Programming experience in Python, C, C++ or similar language 
  • (Preferred) Experience working with Robot Operating System (ROS) 
  • (Preferred) Programming experience in offline robot path planning tools 
  • (Preferred) Experience in integrating KUKA robots 
  • (Preferred) Experience with electrical system design implementation in compliance with electrical standards  
  • (Preferred) Familiarity with residential construction 

Promise Robotics is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants requiring accommodation during the recruitment process may contact [email protected]

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's or college degree in Robotics, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
  • Strong knowledge and experience with industrial robot programming, PLC/HMI systems, control panels, automation, and electrical standards
  • Experience with sensors, including laser profilers, vision systems, and force sensors
  • Ability to work across software and hardware disciplines to solve technical problems
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to push, pull, and move equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to safely access robotic cells by bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling
  • 3+ years of experience with automation systems programming and controls, including industrial robots
  • Programming experience in Python, C, C++, or similar languages
  • Experience with Robot Operating System (ROS)
  • Experience with offline robot path planning tools
  • Experience integrating KUKA robots
  • Experience implementing electrical system designs in compliance with electrical standards
  • Familiarity with residential construction
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The Company
HQ: Toronto, Ontario
27 Employees
Year Founded: 2021

What We Do

#robotics #AI #construction #sustainability #advancedmanufacturing

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