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# Robot Network Architecture & HMI Controls Engineer

- **Company:** The Specialized
- **Location:** Rochester Hills, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $145,600.0 - $176,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Documentation, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Health Information Management, Systems Analysis, Network Architecture, Rslogix, System Testing, Tia Portal, Fanuc
- **Published:** June 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f2fd8cefab14351d

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Validation design?, We welcome any combination of education and experience that proves you can excel. Common backgrounds include:

 * Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering (preferred)
 * Approximately 5 years of relevant field work or demonstrated equivalent
 * Strong technical acumen with excellent troubleshooting and documentation habits
 * Skill at balancing multiple priorities and advancing several projects in parallel
 * Experience with, or readiness to learn, key technologies:
 + Robotics: Fanuc, ABB, Kawasaki, Motoman
 + PLCs: RSLogix 5000, Siemens S7, TIA Portal (and other major platforms)
 + Vision: Keyence, Cognex, Teledyne Dalsa (and similar systems), * Clear communicator (written and verbal)
 * Analytical thinker with strong systems analysis skills
 * Detail-driven troubleshooter who documents thoroughly
 * Comfortable operating with multiple priorities and deadlines

## Description

* Convert client-supplied robot logic and I/O data into end-to-end robot control configurations and network architectures
 * Deliver control designs and targeted modifications aligned to project requirements
 * Investigate and pioneer improved techniques in robotics controls
 * Plan and execute design verification and validation
 * Design HMIs/graphical interfaces that streamline operation
 * Configure and program PLC/robot software and associated toolchains
 * Author reliable control sequences and interlocks
 * Produce complete system documentation for build, operation, and maintenance
 * Lead customer training sessions and provide responsive support
 * Perform system testing and rigorous debugging
 * Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by management


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