Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer

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Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer

We are seeking a Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer to provide technical leadership while designing, developing, and implementing advanced automation solutions integrating machine vision, robotics, and industrial controls. This is a hands-on engineering leadership role responsible for leading projects, mentoring engineering teams, and delivering fully integrated automation systems for high-speed manufacturing and production environments.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor Controls, Robotics, and Vision Engineers while providing technical direction throughout project execution.
• Manage engineering resources, project priorities, and technical deliverables to ensure successful project completion.
• Design and program machine vision systems for inspection, measurement, and verification.
• Integrate vision systems with PLCs, robotics, HMIs, and custom automation equipment.
• Develop vision-guided robotic applications for high-speed manufacturing environments.
• Configure and optimize cameras, optics, and lighting for maximum reliability and accuracy.
• Oversee system commissioning, debugging, FAT/SAT, and customer acceptance testing.
• Collaborate with engineering, controls, manufacturing, and customer teams to deliver turnkey automation solutions.
• Troubleshoot and optimize controls, robotics, and vision performance in production environments.
• Drive engineering best practices, standardization, and continuous improvement across automation projects.
  
  

Technical Environment

• Vision Systems: Cognex, Keyence, Matrox Imaging
• Robotics: ABB, FANUC, KUKA, Denso
• Controls: PLCs, HMIs, Industrial Networks
• Programming: C/C++ and/or JavaScript
• Applications: 2D/3D Vision, Barcode/OCR, Inspection & Verification Systems
  
  

Qualifications

• B.S. Engineering or other.
• 7+ years of experience with industrial controls, robotics, machine vision, and systems integration.
• Prior experience leading engineering teams, technical projects, or mentoring engineers.
• Strong background in industrial automation and controls engineering.
• Experience within OEM, automation integration, or custom machine build environments preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, troubleshooting, and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and engineering priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to travel 25%.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• $100,000 – $130,000+ (based on experience) + Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Flexible Work Environment Supporting Work-Life Balance
  
  

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
  
  

To Apply

📧 Email: [email protected]

📱 Call/Text: Steve Moore – 484-567-2081

💼 Connect with me on LinkedIn.

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