Kawasaki Robot Programmer
Kawasaki Robot Programmer
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Job Description
Field Service Maintenance & Automation Technician (Kawasaki Robotics) Spartanburg SC
Location: Spartanburg South Carolina
Travel Out of: Michigan (Field Service Assignment)
Shifts Available: Day or Nights
Schedule:Monday to Saturday 10-12 hour days
Position Overview
Were looking for a highly skilled Maintenance & Automation Technician with strong experience in Kawasaki robotics to support a field service assignment in Spartanburg SC. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical and electrical background with the ability to troubleshoot and program robotic systems including robotic welding cells. This role involves hands-on maintenance repairs and upgrades of automated equipment to ensure optimal production performance.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Repair
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment including mechanical electrical pneumatic and robotic systems.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to safety standards.
Troubleshoot issues perform root cause analysis and ensure quick turnaround on downtime situations.
Automation & Robotics
Program troubleshoot and maintain robotic systems (Kawasaki required; ABB and Fanuc a plus).
Modify robot paths teach points and validate tool center points (TCP).
Adjust welding parameters and troubleshoot MIG projection and resistance welding operations.
Technical Expertise
Read and interpret schematics to diagnose issues with motors drives PLCs I/O blocks sensors and HMIs.
Perform minor programming and logic changes in PLCs and HMI systems.
Execute robot simulation or offline programming using tools such as RoboCAD or RobotStudio.
Handle wiring tasks breaker panel work and component installations.
Leadership & Team Collaboration
Mentor and support junior technicians and apprentices.
Lead or participate in toolbox talks and cross-functional meetings.
Collaborate with engineering production and leadership teams on system improvements and upgrades.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certifications preferred (e.g. mechatronics industrial automation).
5 years of experience in industrial maintenance robotics automation or related fields.
Demonstrated experience with Kawasaki robot systems is required.
Solid understanding of industrial electrical systems PLCs welding processes and robotic programming.
Ability to read blueprints and electrical/mechanical schematics.
Strong troubleshooting skills and hands-on mechanical aptitude.
Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (Excel Word Outlook).
Ability to obtain and maintain forklift and aerial lift certifications.
Must be able to wear appropriate PPE (steel-toe boots hard hat etc.).
Preferred Experience
ABB Fanuc or other robot programming experience.
Welding process troubleshooting (GMAW resistance DA).
Familiarity with poke-yoke systems and automated quality verification.
Ability to perform weld validations and electrode tip studies.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
