Manufacturing Engineer - Paint Systems

Job Description

Job Description

The Engineer (Paint Process Systems) will be responsible for the design, testing, and/or implementation of robotic painting solutions for automotive, heavy truck, or Tier I suppliers. Your duties will include a combination of robot program design, robot programming, and spray application engineering.

The ideal candidate is a customer-focused problem-solver with exceptional communication skills who enjoys going above and beyond for customers, collaborating with cross-functional teams and has experience with paint process, and paint robot programming.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Install, launch, and optimize the programs at customer sites.
• Develop robot programs offline using ROBOGUIDE and PaintPRO simulation software.
• Perform process system verification testing at modular build and customer sites using the System Verification Manual
• Perform spray testing and customer demonstrations in the laboratory to determine the optimal application settings.
• Provide project and customer troubleshooting and support to existing installations for identified process and application equipment.
• Perform process engineering analysis and feasibility studies of paint automation equipment required for the release of Process Studies.
• Optimize the integration of application equipment, specifically bell atomizers and fluid delivery equipment for projects (e.g. optimize color change, ensure proper settings per system verification manual, etc.).
• Provide training to FANUC America Engineers and customers on application equipment and process.
• Provide recommendations for robot and application equipment improvements to enhance performance and reduce cost.
• Assist in updates to the system verification manuals and troubleshooting methods.
• Ability to record and interpret paint quality data such as film builds, defects, and color/quality.

Ideal candidate will have the following experience and education:

• Bachelor's degree in related technical engineering discipline or equivalent relevant experience.
• Paint process experience with paint robots, including paint robot programming.
• Experience with paint and powder application & equipment including paint spray gun and bell applications, pumping / fluid delivery equipment.
• Process knowledgeable and experienced in fluid delivery systems, rotary atomizer (bells) and spray gun applications.
• Experienced with PaintPRO and/or other offline programming software.
• Experience in launching robot systems at customer facilities.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise and assurance to customers during sales appointments with sales personnel.
• Coordinate with other project team members at FANUC America during system installation.
• Provide feedback and suggestions for product design improvements.
• Follow all customer safety policies.
• Provide progress updates as required to management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Company Description

Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.

Branex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.

Branex Group offers the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k)

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Company Description

Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.\r\n\r\nBranex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.\r\n\r\n\r\nBranex Group offers the following benefits:\r\n- Medical Insurance\r\n- Dental Insurance\r\n- Vision insurance\r\n- Paid time off\r\n- 401(k)\r\n\r\n This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.