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About the job

Controls Engineer

Summary

The Robotics Engineer designs, programs, and commissions industrial robot workcells on Deterrence's automated production line in the Dallas area. This is an execution role: you will take cells from layout and simulation through programming, integration with PLC and safety systems, and production ramp. FANUC experience is strongly preferred; KUKA or ABB experience is applicable. We are hiring multiple engineers across levels.

Key Responsibilities

Program and commission industrial robots (FANUC TP/KAREL; KUKA KRL or ABB RAPID also considered).

Develop cell layouts, reach studies, cycle-time models, and collision checks in ROBOGUIDE or equivalent simulation tools.

Integrate robots with PLCs, safety controllers, vision systems, conveyance, and tooling.

Design, specify, or adapt end-of-arm tooling, fixturing, and sensing for assigned applications.

Tune motion, payload, and accuracy for material handling, assembly, machine-tending, or inspection applications.

Implement and validate robotic safety per ISO 10218 and ANSI/RIA R15.06.

Lead cell bring-up, FAT/SAT, and production support; troubleshoot robotic and electromechanical faults to root cause.

Maintain program documentation, version control, and change records.

Train technicians and operators on cell operation and fault recovery.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related engineering field, or equivalent experience.

Engineer: 2+ years · Senior: 5+ years · Staff: 8+ years programming and commissioning industrial robots in production.

Solid understanding of robot kinematics, frames and coordinate systems, and motion optimization.

Experience integrating robots with PLC and safety systems.

Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.

Experience commissioning cells on a live production floor.

Level Expectations

Staff additionally architects multi-robot cells, owns the robotics scope for an equipment line, leads design reviews, and mentors engineers.

Preferred Skills

FANUC certification; experience with external axes, line tracking, iRVision, or force control.

Offline programming and digital-twin workflows.

Machine vision and 2D/3D inspection integration.

Siemens PLC and Profinet/ProfiSafe familiarity.

Experience in aerospace, munitions, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing.