Controls & Robotics Engineer - BIW (Body-in-White) Experience

VOLCANIX AUTOMATION is seeking experienced Controls & Robotics Engineers with strong BIW (Body-in-White) background to support automotive projects across North America, primarily with General Motors and other OEMs.

This role involves working on automotive body shop systems, including robotic welding cells, framing stations, and high-speed automated lines. Candidates must be comfortable working on-site in demanding production environments and supporting launches, integrations, and troubleshooting activities.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
• 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)
• 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