Robotics Engineer

Role details

At the interface of design, engineering and supply logistics, REHAU Automotive and SRG Global combine to form RESRG - a leading global supplier of coated exterior systems and components. With a combined track record of over 160 years across four continents and 22 production sites, RESRG's 10,000 skilled team members manufacture the latest exterior systems and components for the world's leading automotive manufacturers.

RESRG Automotive is seeking you to join our team as a Robotics Engineer in our Morehead, Kentucky facility!

Your Job

We are seeking a Robotics Engineer to support and advance automation within our injection molding manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT), material handling robotics, and process reliability. This role partners with production, tooling, controls, quality, and engineering teams to improve automation performance, reduce defects, and implement new technologies across the plant. The Robotics Engineer plays a key role in programming, troubleshooting, and improving robotic systems and EOAT solutions used in injection molding cells.

This includes support for part extraction, degating, material handling, and secondary automation processes.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on troubleshooting ability, robotics programming expertise, and a deep understanding of molding automation, ensuring reliable production while driving continuous improvement and process innovation.

What you Will do in Your Role

• Program, teach, and troubleshoot FANUC robots used in injection molding automation and material handling.
• Support robotic applications including part take-out, degating, inspection handling, and downstream automation.
• Troubleshoot robotic systems including encoders, motors, safety circuits, sensors, and communication networks.
• Design, build, modify, and maintain End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) for injection molding automation.
• Support production trials and launches by optimizing EOAT functionality, part handling, and cycle performance.
• Investigate and resolve product defects caused by EOAT tooling, such as mis-picks, damage, or improper degating.
• Diagnose issues within 24VDC electrical systems, safety circuits, sensors, and I/O devices.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Keyence safety controllers and vision systems where applicable.
• Collaborate with quality and manufacturing teams to address issues using Statistical Process Control (SPC) and root cause analysis.
• Implement automation improvements focused on safety, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Identify opportunities to improve automation performance, reliability, and cycle efficiency.
• Support manufacturing transformation initiatives through robotics innovation and automation upgrades.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, retrofits, and automation expansion projects.
• Coordinate with teams such as Process Engineering, Tooling, Quality, APQP, and Equipment Engineering.
• Support training and development of technicians in robotics operation, automation troubleshooting, and molding cell automation systems.
• Assist with scheduling and execution of preventative maintenance, trials, and automation improvement projects.
• Supervise and mentor a small team of robotics or automation technicians, providing daily direction, troubleshooting support, and performance guidance.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Minimum of 1 year of robotics programming experience
• Experience with FANUC robot teach pendant operation
• Hands on troubleshooting of automation equipment and electrical systems (24VDC)
• Ability to troubleshoot motors, encoders, sensors, and robot communication systems
• Experience supporting robotic EOAT or automated tooling systems
• Understanding of Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC controls
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Experience with Keyence safety controllers

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience working with injection molding automation
• Experience designing or building EOAT tooling systems
• Knowledge of degating systems and automated part handling
• Experience with Van Dorn or KraussMaffaei Injection molding machines
• Knowledge of Statiscal Process control (SPC) and manufacturing quality systems
• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related field OR equivalent hands on experience

This role is not eligible for sponsorship (statement if relevant for the role)

About the Company

RESRG Automotive is transforming our business by strengthening our foundation, modernizing operations, and fostering a culture grounded in accountability and growth. Safety and environmental responsibility guide every decision we make, ensuring a clean, productive, and respectful workplace.

We value transparent communication, continuous improvement, and individuals who take ownership and drive meaningful change. This is an opportunity for those who want to grow with a performance-driven organization that recognizes impact and rewards results.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.