Automation Engineer | Robotics Engineer

Engineering Support and Operations

• Prepare system layouts, electrical and control concepts, technical specifications, and automation documentation.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, and process engineers.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, software, control, sensor, and robotic system issues.
• Perform root-cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring automation failures.
• Support installation, commissioning, factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, and production ramp-up.
• Monitor machine performance, equipment availability, cycle time, downtime, and other automation KPIs.

Safety and Technical Records

• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for robotic and automated equipment.
• Develop safety interlocks, emergency-stop systems, guarding, and other machine-safety controls.
• Maintain software versions, PLC programs, robot programs, configurations, backups, and technical records.
• Provide technical training and operational support to technicians, operators, and maintenance teams.
• Research robotics, artificial intelligence, machine vision, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

Education and Experience

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical, Mechanical, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience in industrial automation, robotics, controls engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation systems, control systems, robotics, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work effectively in manufacturing, laboratory, or industrial environments.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple engineering projects.
• Willingness to travel to production sites, customer locations, or project facilities when required.

Technical Requirements

• Hands-on experience with PLC platforms such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron, or similar systems.
• Experience with ABB, FANUC, KUKA, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, or equivalent industrial robots.
• Knowledge of HMI, SCADA, motion control, servo systems, sensors, actuators, and industrial control equipment.
• Understanding of EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus, EtherCAT, or similar industrial communication technologies.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Understanding of machine safety principles, risk assessment, guarding, and safety-control systems.

Preferred Technical Experience

• Machine vision integration is an advantage.
• Familiarity with robot simulation, offline programming, CAD, or automation design software is preferred.
• Knowledge of Python, C++, Structured Text, or other automation-related languages is an advantage.
• Experience with Industry 4.0, IoT, digital manufacturing, predictive maintenance, or smart-factory technologies is a plus.
• Robotics, automation, PLC, or functional-safety certifications are advantageous.

Collaboration and Development