Controls & Robotics Engineers (Intermediate to Lead Roles)

VOLCANIX AUTOMATION is building a multidisciplinary Controls & Robotics team to commissioning and support projects in North America. We are hiring multiple engineers and programmers across several experience levels, from Intermediate Engineers to Technical Leads. This is a hands-on engineering opportunity involving industrial controls, SCADA development, PLC programming, robotics integration, commissioning, and production support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Whether your expertise is in Controls, Robotics, or a combination of these disciplines, we'd like to hear from you. Responsibilities - Develop, configure, commission, and troubleshoot industrial control systems and automated equipment. - Program and troubleshoot Siemens PLCs using TIA Portal. - Develop, configure, and maintain Ignition Platform SCADA applications. - Program, teach, optimize, and troubleshoot industrial robots (FANUC and/or ABB). - Support robotic cell integration, commissioning, and production startup activities. - Integrate robots with PLC-controlled equipment, industrial networks, vision systems, and safety devices. - Optimize robot paths, cycle times, and process performance to meet production goals. - Perform system testing, validation, customer run-offs, and production handoffs. - Troubleshoot controls, robotics, electrical, communication, and automation issues. - Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, production personnel, and customer teams. - Maintain technical documentation while following customer engineering standards. Additional Responsibilities for Technical Leads - Lead and mentor multidisciplinary Controls and Robotics engineering teams. - Coordinate technical activities with project managers, customers, and cross-functional teams. - Provide technical leadership throughout commissioning, startup, and production support activities. - Establish engineering best practices and maintain technical quality across the project. Experience Levels Intermediate Engineer / Programmer - 3+ years of experience in industrial automation. - Experience in one or more of the following: - Siemens PLC programming (TIA Portal) - Working experience with Ignition Platform (SCADA) - FANUC and/or ABB robot programming - Familiarity with industrial networks (Profinet, EtherNet/IP) - Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities - Strong troubleshooting skills in manufacturing environments - Experience with RobotStudio and/or Roboguide is a plus - Experience with vision systems, motion control, safety systems, or error-proofing is preferred Senior Engineer / Programmer - 7+ years of experience in industrial automation - Strong Siemens PLC programming experience (TIA Portal) - Strong Ignition Platform SCADA development experience - Strong FANUC and/or ABB robot programming experience - Experience commissioning large-scale automated manufacturing systems - Experience with robot simulation tools (RobotStudio and/or Roboguide) - Strong understanding of industrial networks, safety systems, motion control, and vision systems - Proven ability to develop automation and robotic programs from scratch Controls & Robotics Lead - 10+ years of experience in industrial automation - Previous technical leadership or supervisory experience - Expert knowledge of Siemens PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and industrial automation systems - Strong experience with FANUC and/or ABB robotic systems - Extensive commissioning experience on large-scale manufacturing projects - Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams and coordinate directly with customers - Strong technical mentoring, communication, and organizational skills Qualifications - Engineering or Technical Degree required - Strong communication and documentation skills - Comfortable working on-site in fast-paced manufacturing environments - Self-motivated with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities Work Authorization We welcome candidates who are: - Eligible for TN Visa - Authorized to work and travel throughout North America Additional Information Compensation is based on experience, technical expertise, and leadership capability - Travel and work-related expenses are covered by the company - Work Location is On-site