ILUS - Robotics Engineer I

Daifuku Intralogistics America•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you! Participates in design of industrial robotic systems for material handling solutions. Includes application of existing design standards and incorporating development of project specific robot programming and configurations that meet or exceed project requirements. Frequently will work with support of more senior engineers. Uses creativity and innovation while working closely with the overall project team members to tailor best fit of standard application and product offerings to meet customer needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in technical or engineering related field, such as Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent level of experience
Internship or some experience preferably
Experience, such as an internship, with a material handling related industry
Experience with industrial robots, FANUC and/or Yaskawa Motoman preferred
Knowledge of industrial automation systems
Knowledge of industrial robots (FANUC, Yaskawa Motoman, ABB, Kuka, etc) and end effectors
Good time management skills
Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Team-oriented and collaborative
Creative-thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn new technologies
Self-motivated
Ability to work non-traditional hours
Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language

Nice To Haves

Experience with industrial robotics and automation safety practices and standards is a plus (will train as required)

Responsibilities

Develops robotic application programs using industrial robot controllers, mainly Fanuc and Yaskawa (Motoman), but could include other major industrial robot manufacturers; usually for small projects and retrofits; supports design of projects of all sizes
Performs diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making
Prepares robot programming and configuration documentation
Maintains a progress schedule that meets project milestones and effectively time manages and communicates individual schedule risks as applicable
Participates in robot area performance and throughput analyses with other project team members, through means of simulation software and/or first hand data collection and observation of systems in operation
Works closely with the Mechanical and Controls Engineering project design team members to integrate robot solutions
Occasionally, performs troubleshooting and support activities on existing in-operation systems previously implemented by other Daifuku team members
Follows industrial robot teaching and programming safety practices
Performs on-site commissioning
Performs system validation as per project requirements
Ensures that all project checklists and project electronic documents are complete and properly archived
Follows Engineering Standards
Travels up to 50%