Robot Programmer
Job Description
- Job ID
- 2024-2765
- # of Openings
- 1
- Category
- Engineering
Overview
ABOUT EAGLEPICHER
EaglePicher Technologies is driving the electrification of defense, aviation and space. We provide the broadest range of battery systems in the world for the most demanding applications. We develop leading-edge products that make drones fly higher, undersea vessels run longer, aircraft fly farther, rockets launch safely and satellites operate longer. With our cutting-edge research and manufacturing, we continue to set new standards in the industry. For 100 years, we have provided mission-critical power solutions to the defense, aviation and space markets. EaglePicher’s batteries power more than 85 percent of U.S. missile and munition programs and are a key component of the U.S. space program, powering the Mars Rovers and the next crewed mission to the moon. EaglePicher provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices and other power solutions.
Our employees are passionate, dedicated and empowered to realize our vision. We strive for the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds personalities and perspectives, and to ensure this works, we create an inclusive work environment that places a premium on communication and collaboration. At EaglePicher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.
EaglePicher is headquartered in St. Louis, MO with manufacturing and research and development facilities in Joplin, MO, Seneca, MO, Pittsburg, KS, East Greenwich, RI and in Southbridge, MA.
For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com
ABOUT THE POSITION
This Robot Programmer position will work within our Automated Production Systems team to plan, simulate and program the robotic systems within the process modules needed to support automated stations and production lines.
Responsibilities
Ongoing Job Responsibilities:
- Program robotic systems with an emphasis on six-axis robotic arms
- Work within Automated Production Systems team to plan new systems utilizing robotics
- Work within Robotic Simulation software to simulate new implementations
- Support validation efforts of new implementations
- Work with Automated Production Systems team to identify and detail automation opportunities
- Work with technical writers to generate documentation when necessary
- Visit vendors and attend tradeshows and training as needed
- Participate in Design for Manufacturing and Design for Automation discussions as needed
- Work with Controls Engineering teams to integrate machines into larger systems
- Other duties as assigned
Core Competencies:
- Excellent communication skills; internal and external at all levels
- Schedule-driven
- Project ownership
Qualifications
Hiring Requirements:
Experience programming six-axis robotic arms
Proficient in use of Microsoft office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.
Excellent communication skills, working with internal and external resources at all levels
High energy, self-motivated, and detail-oriented; team work spirit is essential
Willingness to work projects at multiple sites within a 30 mile radius
Willingness to travel to venders and other EP sites as needed.
- U.S. Persons
Hiring Preferences:
- Experience with ABB Robotic
- 5 years of experience in process automation or related role, including project management
- Experience leading high value capital projects to drive process improvement and meet operational goals
- Experience specifying, selecting, implementing, and validating equipment
- Experience working with and managing external vendors, OEM’s, etc.
- Experience with automation components/controls, PLC’s / HMI’s, robotics, sensors and vision inspection
- Machine design experience
PERKS OF BEING AN EAGLEPICHER EMPLOYEE
Some of the great things about being an EaglePicher employee include:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
- 10 paid holidays and PTO;
- Matching 401K;
- Tuition reimbursement;
- Dependent scholarship programs.
EaglePicher is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a veteran, pregnancy and related conditions, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Application Instructions
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