Robotics Design Engineer
6 - 10 years
Rochester Hills, MI
Contract
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
Robotics Design Engineer – Systems & End‑of‑Arm Tooling (EOAT)
Join a team building advanced robotic automation solutions
We are seeking a Robotics Design Engineer with strong experience in robotic systems design and end‑of‑arm tooling (EOAT) to support the design and delivery of industrial automation solutions. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer who enjoys taking robotic concepts from system layout through detailed tooling design and supporting implementation.
What You’ll Do
What We’re Looking For
Preferred (Nice to Have)
Why Join Us
Join a team building advanced robotic automation solutions
We are seeking a Robotics Design Engineer with strong experience in robotic systems design and end‑of‑arm tooling (EOAT) to support the design and delivery of industrial automation solutions. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer who enjoys taking robotic concepts from system layout through detailed tooling design and supporting implementation.
What You’ll Do
- Design and develop robotic cell layouts and mechanical systems for industrial automation applications
- Engineer end‑of‑arm tooling (EOAT) including grippers, fixtures, and custom tooling solutions
- Create detailed mechanical designs, drawings, and documentation for robot systems and peripheral equipment
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with controls, electrical, manufacturing, and integration teams
- Support design reviews, build, integration, and final validation of robotic systems
- Work with vendors and suppliers on tooling and component design
- Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards and best practices
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in robotic or industrial automation design
- Hands‑on experience designing EOAT / robotic tooling
- Strong understanding of robotic systems, automation equipment, and mechanical integration
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Onshape, or similar)
- Experience creating and interpreting mechanical drawings and layouts
- Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to manage multiple design tasks
Preferred (Nice to Have)
- Experience with industrial robots (e.g., FANUC, ABB, KUKA, UR, Yaskawa)
- Exposure to pneumatic systems and tooling
- Experience supporting system integration or factory acceptance testing
- Familiarity with manufacturing or automated production environments
Why Join Us
- Work on cutting‑edge robotic automation projects
- Take ownership of designs from concept through implementation
- Collaborative engineering environment with real project impact
- Competitive compensation and growth opportunities