Robot Engineer - Gestamp, Chattanooga, TN - Chassis

Robotics Engineer

• Chattanooga, TN

• Chassis Plant III

Role Summary:

Manage all robotic processes, robot safety, robotic training, and any other robotic-related activities in the facility. Be the direct point of contact and expert-level support person for facility regarding robotics.

Key Responsibility:

• Oversee and coordinate all robotic process changes and improvement activities in the plant.

• Aids in the development of continuous improvement activities within the automation group.

• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and program-related robotic issues, including auxiliary equipment.

• Develop the robotics training program for maintenance employees and administer testing as required.

• Utilize robotic simulation software as necessary to plan changes to process.

Key Qualifications / Requirements:

• Expert level knowledge of FANUC robotics.

• Perform PLC troubleshooting / programming as necessary.

• Develops and executes process changes for robotic processes with support from process engineers.

• Provides guidance on preventative maintenance procedures for robots.

• Monitors line cycle time and directly responsible for machine process time in the line.

Knowledge and Education:

• Certifications in robotics (programming, mechanical, electrical, etc. FANUC preferred.

• Extensive knowledge of robotic systems and processes

• MIG/MAG welding, spot welding, material handling, adhesive, etc.

• Exposure to specific systems and/or equipment in a manufacturing environment (automotive preferred.)
• Ability to demonstrate expert-level knowledge in field.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on related experience required, previous integration experience preferred

• Perform basic, intermediate and high-level programming as required.

• Experience in supervising other employees; including training & development

• Ability to write programs from scratch, background edit, and perform touchups.

• Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes within a welding environment.

Additional Information:

• Night Shift

• $7,500 Signing bonus paid out over a one year period.

• Excellent benefits.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

About us

We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide.

Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us?

• You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria.

• This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects.

• You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done.

• You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams.

Join the Gestamp team!