Job Title: Application Engineer Robotics and Industrial Automation
Location: Bangalore, India
Experience: 8-10 Years
Department: Product Development Robotics and Industrial Automation
Reports to: Product Development Head
Job Summary
A technically sound and execution-focused
Application Engineer to lead solution development, integration and delivery of robotic and industrial automation systems. This role bridges concept design and engineering execution by owning application-level architecture, coordinating interdisciplinary teams and supporting on-ground deployment. The candidate will lead detail engineers (mechanical & software) and work closely with customers, vendors and internal teams to develop advanced automation solutions.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in
mechatronics and/or automation software, hands-on commissioning experience and the ability to translate functional requirements into reliable system designs.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Architecture & Engineering Planning:
- Lead technical definition and architecture of automation and robotic systems, including layout planning, subsystem selection and performance targets.
- Evaluate project feasibility, component selection (sensors, actuators, PLCs, drives, robots) and risk assessment.
- Translate user and functional requirements into system specifications and engineering deliverables.
Team Coordination & Technical Oversight
- Supervise and guide Detail Engineers (Software and Mechatronics) in design detailing, programming, system integration and documentation.
- Review engineering drawings, control logic, BOMs, and test procedures for accuracy and completeness.
- Conduct design reviews and ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
System Integration & Commissioning
- Own end-to-end integration of mechanical and software systems for industrial automation setups.
- Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and on-site commissioning.
- Troubleshoot system-level issues during integration, provide resolution strategies and drive field improvements.
Customer & Vendor Coordination
- Serve as the technical point of contact for customer queries, requirements clarification and solution demonstration.
- Liaise with external vendors and suppliers for custom parts, integration kits, and support during build and deployment phases.
Documentation & Knowledge Management
- Ensure preparation of comprehensive technical documentation including SRS, I/O lists, user manuals and commissioning reports.
- Capture learning from each deployment and contribute to standardization and reusability across projects.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering.
- 68 years of hands-on experience in robotics, industrial automation, or special-purpose machines (SPMs).
- Strong understanding of both mechanical and control software aspects of automation systems.
- Proven track record in leading multi-disciplinary teams for automation solution delivery.
- Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD), PLC/SCADA platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, Codesys), and industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Modbus, OPC UA).
- Exposure to robot programming (ABB, KUKA, FANUC, UR, etc.) is a strong advantage.
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent coordination, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work in fast-paced environments and manage field execution challenges.
- Willingness to travel for site installations and commissioning support.
