Job Description Summary

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and Programming - Develop modify and optimize PLC HMI and robot programs for new and existing systems. Program and tune FANUC robots (TP programming; frames tool offsets motion paths; vision guidance). Design control architectures using GE or Emerson PLCs including network layouts safety circuits and motion strategies. Specify and configure hardware (servo drives sensors safety devices) and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP Modbus TCP Profinet DeviceNet)

• Integration and Commissioning - Lead installation debugging and commissioning of FANUC robotic cells and assembly systems. Collaborate with mechanical and process engineering to ensure seamless equipment integration. Validate system functionality cycle time quality and safety compliance prior to production hand-off.

• Compliance - Ensure systems meet OSHA ANSI/RIA (R15.06) NFPA and ISO/TS standards. Implement and validate safety interlocks e-stops guarding and functional safety requirements (e.g. DCS on FANUC safe torque off).

• Support and Training - Troubleshoot controls robotics and network issues impacting uptime and first-pass yield. Establish preventive maintenance and error recovery routines (e.g. FANUC error recovery safe homing controlled restarts). Train and mentor maintenance production and automation technicians on proper system use and troubleshooting.

• Continuous Improvement - Identify and implement automation upgrades to improve throughput quality and operator safety. Lead retrofits using FANUC robots with advanced motion and control strategies on GE/Emerson PLCs. Apply Lean principles to reduce cycle time scrap and variation.

• Outside Vendor (OV) Projects - Develop machine specifications; support vendor selection and platform alignment (FANUC GE/Emerson). Participate in design reviews progress meetings FAT/SAT and acceptance testing. Update machine specifications and documentation throughout the project lifecycle

• Growth - Additional training or education may be required to fulfill the capability required to meet these duties and responsibilities.

Required Experience:

• Bachelors Degree accreditedin college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in automation manufacturing experience) Minimum of 3 years of automation manufacturing experience

Desired Experience:

• 5 years in manufacturing including 3 years in an automation-focused role
• Hands-on experience programming and designing industrial automation systems with:

• FANUC robots (TP programming frames/tools setup vision integration)

  GE or Emerson PLCs (ladder structured text; HMI development) Servo systems and machine vision (e.g. Cognex Keyence) integration

• Electrical control design and mechanical design exposure for automation systems
• Proficiency with industrial networks and communications (Ethernet/IP Profinet DeviceNet Modbus TCP serial Ethernet) and associated troubleshooting
• Scripting experience (Python VB or C#) for robot interface HMI development productivity tools etc.
• Demonstrated leadership mentoring communication problem-solving and analytical skills
• Bachelors degree in Robotics Computer Science Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong PC/software skills
• Experience with mechanical CAD (Siemens NX SolidWorks)
• Broad exposure to production machinery sensors and industrial power systems
• Strong knowledge of mechanical drives; hydraulic pneumatic systems; PLC/HMI systems; servo and motion; machine vision
• EOAT design experience
• Field experience directing and coordinating operation maintenance and repair at plant or customer sites
• On-site I/O checkout startup and commissioning experience (FAT/SAT)
• Focused: quick learner strategically prioritizes work committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator decision-maker collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded challenges existing processes critical thinker

The salary range for this position is $ 98000.00 - 131000.00 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience their education and the work addition this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan. This posting is expected to close on November 2nd 2025.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and along with programs like HealthAhead your physical emotional financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program which provides 24/7 confidential assessment counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance adoption assistance paid parental leave disability insurance life insurance and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e. is a Sponsor). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate amend suspend replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsors welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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