The Robotics Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting robotic and automated production equipment within a high-volume battery manufacturing environment. This position plays a critical role in maximizing equipment availability by resolving automation, robotics, and control system issues, with a strong emphasis on robotic systems, PLC-controlled machinery, and electro-pneumatic devices. The Robotics Technician works closely with engineering, maintenance, IT, and operations teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and new process launches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quickly identify equipment failures and restore operation to reduce production interruptions
• Diagnose, repair, and support PLC-based control systems, HMIs, sensors, and related automation hardware
• Perform detailed failure analysis and implement long-term corrective solutions to prevent repeat issues
• Maintain and service electrical components such as motors, drives, contactors, and safety circuits using approved tools and procedures
• Read and interpret electrical drawings to assist with modifications and upgrades
• Coordinate with IT resources as needed to resolve automation or network-related production issues
• Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic systems including valves, cylinders, regulators, and air distribution components
• Interpret pneumatic diagrams and assist with system improvements
• Connect, configure, and troubleshoot vision inspection systems utilizing Keyence and Cognex platforms
• Operate, recover, and support industrial robots, including Fanuc systems, with basic program edits and fault recovery
• Perform robot teaching, end-of-arm tooling adjustments, and manual operations using teach pendants
• Modify PLC logic and control parameters under direction of engineering
• Monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot HMI screens to support changing production requirements
• Support barcode scanning and tracking systems using vision and sensor technologies
• Assist with equipment installations, process validations, and capability studies for new or updated production lines
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, reduce costs, and increase throughput
• Ensure equipment and work practices comply with applicable safety and electrical standards
• Support documentation updates including work instructions and maintenance procedures
• Provide technical assistance to operators and maintenance personnel
• Support off-shift and on-call coverage as required
• Follow all federal, state, and company safety and compliance policies
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by leadership

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls, Automation, or a related discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Two or more years of experience supporting automation, robotics, or controls in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms and Fanuc robotic systems
• Strong working knowledge of pneumatic systems and industrial electrical components
• Experience with HMI platforms, Keyence sensors and cameras, Cognex vision systems, and barcode tracking
• Basic understanding of automation networking and manufacturing system connectivity
• Familiarity with maintaining and troubleshooting industrial printers is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics
• Exposure to AutoCAD Electrical and control cabinet layouts preferred
• Foundational knowledge of 3D models and automation layouts
• Willingness to learn and support MES platforms and SQL-based manufacturing databases
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
• Knowledge of TS 16949 and ISO 14001 standards preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Consistent, dependable attendance required