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The Programming Process Owner - Robotics provides technical leadership for robotic programming and process development supporting the manufacture of Equiaxed and Directionally Solidified investment castings. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing robotic programs for shell and ACME robotic grinding operations, ensuring compliance with company and customer requirements, supporting new product introduction, and driving continuous process improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and reliability.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Own and support robotic programming processes for shell and ACME robotic grinding operations.
• Develop, validate, approve, and maintain part-specific robotic programs and associated process parameters.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with internal standards, customer specifications, and quality requirements.
• Monitor critical process controls and lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for process and product nonconformities.
• Develop and optimize robotic grinding methods, tooling strategies, and process parameters to improve quality, cycle time, and operational efficiency.
• Support capital equipment and automation projects, including equipment specification, technical requirements development, installation, commissioning, validation, and production implementation.
• Develop technical requirements and engineering specifications for new robotic and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with Part Engineering, Process Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Maintenance to implement best practices and support production objectives. Support new product introduction activities through process development, programming validation, and production readiness activities.
• Evaluate process performance using data analysis and implement improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, reliability, and cost effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standards, work instructions, and training materials.
• Provide technical support and training for robotic programming, robotic grinding, and manufacturing processes. Serve as a backup programmer for CNC and EDM operations as required.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in investment casting manufacturing and programming/troubleshooting ABB robotic systems using RAPID & FANUC.
• Familiarity with robotic grinding, material removal processes, or automated finishing operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of PLCs and ladder logic, with a strong understanding of robotic manufacturing processes, process development, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated success in leading technical projects and delivering results, with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications, and technical documentation, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with 3D CAD software, preferably Siemens NX (Unigraphics), and strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• This position may require an export license from the Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. Issuance of any required license is a prerequisite for this position.
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the Team

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave

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