About The Business
Tata Electronics Pvt. Ltd. is a prominent global player in the electronics manufacturing industry, with fast-emerging capabilities in Electronics Manufacturing Services, Semiconductor Assembly & Test, Semiconductor Foundry, and Design Services. Established in 2020 as a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, the company aims to serve global customers through integrated offerings across a trusted electronics and semiconductor value chain. With a rapidly growing workforce, the company currently employs over 65,000 people and has significant operations in Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, India. Tata Electronics is committed to creating a socioeconomic footprint by employing many women in its workforce and actively supporting local communities through initiatives in environment, education, healthcare, sports and livelihood.
Role Summary
An Industrial Robotics Programming & Application Engineer is responsible for programming, configuring, commissioning, and optimizing industrial robotic systems used in manufacturing and automation environments. The role involves developing robotic applications for welding, material handling, palletizing, assembly, painting, and inspection, ensuring high productivity, safety, and quality standards.
The engineer works closely with mechanical, electrical, and PLC teams to deliver fully integrated robotic automation solutions.
Key Responsibilities
1. Robot Programming & Configuration
- Program industrial robots for various applications:
- Spot & arc welding
- Pick & place
- Palletizing
- Machine tending
- Assembly
- Vision-guided inspection
- Develop and debug robot programs using OEM software such as:
- FANUC ROBOGUIDE
- ABB Robot Studio
- KUKA Work Visual
- YASKAWA Moto Sim
- Create offline programs and perform virtual simulation before deployment.
- Optimize cycle time and motion paths.
2. Robot System Integration
- Integrate robots with:
- PLC systems (e.g., Siemens S7, Allen-Bradley CompactLogix)
- HMIs and SCADA systems
- Vision systems
- Servo positioning systems
- Conveyors and material handling equipment
- Configure industrial communication protocols:
- Profinet
- Ethernet/IP
- Modbus TCP
- Profibus
- Implement robot safety systems (E-stops, safety PLCs, interlocks).
3. Application Engineering
- Study customer process requirements and define robotic solution.
- Select suitable robot model based on:
- Payload
- Reach
- Accuracy
- Application type
- Design EOAT (End of Arm Tooling) in coordination with mechanical team.
- Develop process parameters (welding current, spray pattern, gripping logic).
- Conduct cycle time studies and productivity analysis.
4. Commissioning & Troubleshooting
- Install and commission robots at customer site.
- Perform:
- Robot mastering
- Calibration
- TCP setup
- Payload configuration
- Conduct FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) and SAT (Site Acceptance Test).
- Diagnose and resolve:
- Motion faults
- Communication errors
- Servo alarms
- Collision recovery issues
- Provide on-site and remote technical support.
5. Robot Brands & Platforms Experience
Hands-on experience with one or more major brands:
- FANUC
- ABB Robotics
- KUKA
- Yaskawa Motoman
- Universal Robots
6. Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare:
- Robot programs backup
- Electrical I/O lists
- Safety documentation
- Risk assessments
- User manuals
- Ensure compliance with:
- ISO safety standards
- CE norms (if applicable)
- Industrial automation safety requirements
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in:
- Robotics Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Automation Engineering
Experience
- 28 years in industrial robotics programming.
- Experience in automotive, FMCG, electronics manufacturing, or heavy engineering preferred.
Technical Skills
Robotics
- Robot programming (TP, RAPID, KRL, INFORM, URScript)
- Offline simulation & cycle time optimization
- TCP configuration and frame setup
- Multi-robot coordination
Electrical & Control
- PLC integration
- Basic ladder logic understanding
- Industrial networking
- Safety PLC concepts
Mechanical Understanding
- EOAT design basics
- Pneumatics
- Servo positioning systems
- Fixtures and jigs
Software & IT
- Robot simulation software
- Vision system integration
- Basic Python/C++ knowledge preferred
- Industrial data logging systems
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical & troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work at client sites
- Good documentation practices
- Team coordination
- Problem-solving under pressure
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Robot cycle time efficiency
- First-time commissioning success
- Minimal downtime due to programming errors
- Customer satisfaction
- Safety compliance
