Robotics & Controls Engineer - Austin, TX (Houston)

Job Title: Lead Robotics & Controls Engineer

Job Type: Direct Hire

Location: Austin, TX

We’re looking for an experienced Lead Robotics and Controls Engineer to help design and build advanced automated control systems for industrial manufacturing.

What You’ll Do

• Program PLCs and Robots: Design, develop, and commission robotic and PLC systems for high performance and reliability.
• Test and Validate Systems: Run system tests to ensure everything meets design requirements.
• Install and Commission Equipment: Lead onsite system installations and startups at customer facilities.
• Lead and Mentor: Guide, train, and support team members in robotics and controls engineering.

Required Skills

• Strong background in designing and developing industrial control systems.
• Hands-on experience with industrial robots (FANUC, Epson, ABB, and/or KUKA).
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, and/or Mitsubishi).
• Experience building robotic cells from the ground up—including robot selection, simulation/offline programming, and onsite startup.
• Experience working with conveyance systems, pick-and-place robotics, material handling, and end-of-arm tooling.
• Ability to design and build Ignition SCADA solutions.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to train others.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work directly with clients, vendors, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with vision systems (Keyence or Cognex).
• Familiarity with digital twin tools (Process Simulate, Emulate3D, etc.).
• Experience performing PFMEAs or similar risk assessments.
• Knowledge of servo motion control outside of robotics.
• Experience with advanced robotic functions such as vision guidance, force control, or line tracking.
• Experience programming AMRs or AGVs.
• Understanding of electrical functional safety for robotics and motion control.
• Previous leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Located near, or willing to relocate to, Aurora, OH.

TRC Talent Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.