Controls & Robotics Engineer - Body Shop or GA Experience

VOLCANIX AUTOMATION is building a multidisciplinary Controls & Robotics team to support industrial automation projects for clients across many sectors. We’re hiring engineers and programmers at several experience levels, from Intermediate Engineers to Technical Leads. This is a hands-on role covering industrial controls, SCADA development, PLC programming, robotics integration, commissioning, and production support. If your background is in controls or robotics, we’d like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC systems
• Program and integrate industrial robots in BIW applications (spot welding, handling, sealing)
• Commission and debug body shop equipment and robotic cells
• Support production launches, cycle time improvements, and downtime reduction
• Integrate robots with PLC-controlled systems and safety devices
• Work with welding systems (spot welding, projection welding, stud welding)
• Perform system validation, buy-offs, and customer acceptance tests
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and robotic issues on-site
• Collaborate with controls, mechanical, and production teams

Required Skills

Controls Engineering:

• Strong PLC programming experience
• Platforms:
  • Allen-Bradley (RSLogix / Studio 5000)
  • Siemens (TIA Portal)
• Experience with industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Profinet)

Robotics (BIW Focus):

• Experience with industrial robots such as:
  • Fanuc
  • KUKA
• Experience in robotic welding applications (spot welding highly preferred)
• Strong commissioning and troubleshooting skills in body shop environments
  

Mandatory Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in BIW (Body-in-White) or GA (General Assembly)
• Experience with General Motors standards (GCCS / GRS)

or

• strong experience in BIW within the automotive industry (OEM or Tier 1)

Preferred Experience

• OEM experience (GM, Ford, Stellantis, Tesla)
• Tier 1 automotive suppliers
• Experience with:
  • Framing stations
  • Geo stations
  • Re-spot lines
• Integration of welding controllers (e.g., Bosch, ARO)
• Vision systems and error proofing (EPP)
  

General Requirements

• Willingness to travel 90–100% across North America
• Ability to work independently on customer sites
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Engineering or technical degree preferred

Work Authorization

We welcome candidates who are:

• Eligible for TN Visa
• Eligible for Canadian Work Permit
• Authorized to work and travel across North America
  

Additional Information

• Travel and work-related expenses will be covered by the company