Lead Robotics Controls Engineer - Custom Systems Integration

• Manage automation projects across the full lifecycle, from initial concept and virtual simulation through physical shop-floor assembly, debugging, and final field commissioning.
• Configure initial robot setups and communications, mapping payload profiles and establishing fieldbus networks (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET) with PLC controllers.
• Serve as the lead technical SME to troubleshoot intricate robotic logic, motion control faults, cycle-time bottlenecks, and communication errors.
• Partner cross-functionally with mechanical and controls teams to design custom End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT), vision guidance profiles, and RIA/ISO machine safety parameters.
• Travel up to 30% domestically and internationally to lead cell installations, execute client acceptance testing, and provide high-level customer handoffs.
• Author meticulous technical documentation, system logic schematics, and client-facing operating manuals.

• TECHNICAL DEPTH: 5+ years of dedicated, hands-on experience designing, programming, and integrating custom industrial automation systems and robotics
• ROBOTICS & CONTROLS: Mastery of ABB RobotStudio and native RAPID coding, coupled with 2+ years interfacing robotic cells with Allen-Bradley PLCs (Studio 5000 / RSLogix)
• TRAVEL & MOBILITY: Up to 30% domestic and international travel for high-visibility client installations, site commissioning, and acceptance testing (Valid U.S. Passport required)
• REQUIREMENTS: US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within a comfortable daily driving radius of the Waukesha, WI area

If you are an elite robotics engineer feeling stifled by rigid corporate structures or repetitive plant maintenance, this direct-hire engineering seat is your ticket to true technical autonomy. The employer is a certified, premier custom industrial automation systems integrator in the Waukesha area with an unyielding backlog of custom contracts spanning aerospace, medical, and consumer goods sectors., * 5+ years of verifiable experience programming, commissioning, and configuring ABB robotic systems within custom industrial automation or systems integration environments.

• Proven capability using ABB RobotStudio to build virtual workcells, execute reachability studies, and write native RAPID code.
• 2+ years of practical PLC integration experience establishing data handshakes with Allen-Bradley platforms (Studio 5000 / RSLogix).
• Hardware & Safety Competency: Heavy technical familiarity with servo drive systems, industrial vision networks (Cognex, Keyence), and machine safety standards.
• Degree & Experience Balance: Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering preferred (deep, hands-on field integration expertise will be strongly considered in lieu of a degree).
• Global Mobility: Valid U.S. Passport and complete readiness to travel up to 30% worldwide for deployment and commissioning.
• Local Proximity: Residing within a dependable, daily driving radius of the Waukesha, WI area.

Up to $120,000 Base Salary + Dynamic Bonuses * Waukesha, WI Area * 1st Shift * Onsite / Up to 30% Travel * Direct-Hire