The Role
The Senior Robot Programmer mentors technicians, performs robot programming, troubleshoots systems, conducts maintenance, and participates in various welding applications. They must demonstrate advanced technical skills and knowledge in robotics and electrical systems.
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What You'll Do:
- Mentor Automation Technician level I-III members as well as Weld Technicians
- Ability to execute with proficiency all duties and responsibilities requirements of Automation technician III.
- Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment.
- Demonstrate advanced level proficiency in troubleshooting using electrical / mechanical prints.
- Use electrical system knowledge and electrical schematics / prints to troubleshoot electrical components and circuits (Connecting circuit breakers, transformers, or other components in a junction box or panel). Perform tasks at an intermediate level with electrician supervision: Wiring harnesses, Drive systems, Relays, Boards Motors
- Modify and perform intermediate programming tasks of robots in all robotic applications.
- Perform basic offline programming using RoboCAD/Robot Studio. TCP Verification, I/O Simulation, Move Creation/Modification, Zone Setups.
- Intermediate weld troubleshooting for all welding applications (drawn arc, GMAW, resistance welding, projection welding, Pneumatic systems, etc.).
- Use the following equipment safely at an advanced level: Hand measuring tools, Multi meters, Amp meters, Welding current meter, Digital force gauge, Micro-Ohm meter
- Fixture adjustments - minor shim moves on processes based off of manufacture details (with guidance from a Weld Maintenance Mechanic III or Manufacturing Engineer).
- Understanding of shimming processes.
- Setup and troubleshoot Poke Yoke systems and applications.
- Automation Technician IV must demonstrate competency in (2) of the below specialties: PLC Programming, Intermediate PLC programming (add sensor & change sequence), Strong understanding of ladder logic and intermediate level ability to troubleshoot issues through a PLC, Program Panel View (HMI), Troubleshoot/ Setup I/O blocks, Search, cross reference, and edit a program, Troubleshoot HMI system, Load program, Replace components (i.e., logical module, screen, etc.), Replace system, set IP address, set system name, Troubleshoot Valve Stacks, Intermediate robot programming methods, Load ID, Gun Tuning, Adding system components (i.e., add valves/ I/O blocks)
- Program robot offline (write routines)
- Setup / troubleshoot issues with tool changers
- Setup / troubleshoot issues with external axes
- TCP creation and verification (experience with ABB Bullseye system is a plus)
- Creating offset positions
- Replace motors, resolvers, serial pulse coders
- Intermediate Weld Troubleshooting
- If needed, rebuild or reload schedules. Make changes as directed by Weld Engineers using RAFT
- Emhart DA schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
- Conduct preventive maintenance activities on specialty equipment
- MIG weld schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
- Cap / Electrode studies and weld validation
- Calibrate squeeze force on spot weld guns
- Troubleshoot Drawn Arc Stud Welding issues as well as basic programming
- Troubleshoot/ setup projection welds
- Working knowledge of Miyachi Weld Tester
- Must be willing to travel
Skills Required
- Advanced proficiency in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
- Experience with robot programming and offline programming
- Competency in PLC programming and ladder logic
- Knowledge of welding applications and processes
- Ability to conduct preventive maintenance on specialized equipment
- Willingness to travel
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The Company
What We Do
GABLETEK understands productivity and efficiency play key roles in an efficient production environment. It is a prerequisite for company’s today to think outside the box and be ahead of the pack when it comes to increasing productivity and efficiency while keeping costs down. In a complex world with competing demands for limited resources, GABLETEK offers clear and proven solutions made possible with sound design methods, innovation and industry leading approaches.
