Hiring: Mechanical Robotics Engineer Company: American Woodmark Location: Lincolnton, NC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 14:35:41 Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, CAD, SQL About the job Experience: •Minimum 3-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting automated manufacturing environments. •Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with industrial robotics and automation systems preferred. •Demonstrated experience working directly on the manufacturing floor developing process controls and automation solutions. Required Skills: •The Manufacturing Engineer will lead the design, implementation, optimization, troubleshooting, and maintenance of robotic systems and automated manufacturing equipment while establishing standardized processes and equipment reliability programs. •To perform this job successfully, an individual must excel at the essential functions assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. •Strong knowledge of industrial robotics programming, operation, and troubleshooting. •Knowledge of robotic safety standards including safeguarding, light curtains, safety scanners, area scanners, safety PLCs, and lockout/tagout requirements. •Demonstrated capacity to troubleshoot robotic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and software issues. •Demonstrated capacity to optimize robot cycle times, path programming, payloads, and end-of-arm tooling. •Understanding of end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), grippers, vacuum systems, and custom automation. •Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting. Qualifications: •Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field preferred. •Associate degree with significant robotics and automation experience may be considered. •FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Motoman, or Universal Robot certifications preferred. •Electrical or Industrial Maintenance certifications beneficial. •Recruitment process may consist of any combination of phone, video and in person interviews •Offers may be contingent upon successful completion of Background Check, Drug Screen, Physical Examination and/or potential Motor Vehicle Check •HMI Development Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!