Robotics Integration & Deployment Engineer

Bachelor’s Degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) required
Solid Modeling & 2D CAD experience required
5+ years experience in Industrial Automation required in functions such as Application Engineering, Production Engineering, or related
3+ Years of hands-on experience with industrial 6-Axis Robots (cell design/layout, technical support, applications/solutions engineering, programming, etc.) required
Action-oriented with strong problem-solving skills. Able to dive into new-to-you experiences and figure out a path forward
Strong communication skills (both written and spoken)
Experienced with hand-tools
Proficient PC Skills
Current, valid driver’s license and access to your own vehicle is required to support local travel to sites (Note: Formic reimburses for mileage for work-related local travel aligned with travel policy)
Ability to lift 50+ lbs
You’re located in – or open to relocate to – either the greater Chicago, IL area and work in our Woodridge, IL office (when not traveling)

Lead internal systems integration activities for designated robotics-centric solutions. This includes validation of proposed system capabilities and requirements with the Project Manager, mechanical configuration and pre-programming of systems using parametric or provided programming tools, internal Factory Acceptance Testing and Documentation, updating deliverables documentation, and supporting system pack-out
Install and commission Formic-provided solutions. This will include partnering with the Field Tech/Engineer and Project Manager onsite to mechanically install, power-up, test, fine-tune the solution, validate its performance, and finalize deliverables documentation
Partner with Management to maintain production schedules and quality control processes
Support efforts to validate the suitability of Formic’s standard solutions for specific customer applications through continuous testing and collaboration
Contribute to identifying and testing solutions both in the field and throughout the deployment process
Adhere to Formic standardized processes and tools, SOPs, and relevant legal and safety requirements in all internal integration, configuration, and testing activities

Prior Mechanical Design experience preferred
Automation experience including end-of-line automation, robotic palletizing, de-palletizing, and/or case-packing is preferred, though not required
Willingness to travel up to 40-50% of time in this position (generally 2-3 times/month, 2-3 days at a time)