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Bosch USA · 2 days ago

Controls Engineer

Florence, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Bosch USA is a company that shapes the future through innovative technologies and services. The Controls Engineer will design, program, and implement cobot applications while leading integration projects and collaborating with engineers to optimize automation processes.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Design, program, and implement Kassow and ABB cobot applications for new and existing production processes

Lead cobot integration projects from concept through installation and handover to production

Develop and execute rollout plans for cobot systems, including timeline, resource planning, and documentation

Collaborate with Mechanical, and Process Engineers to ensure smooth integration of cobots into automation lines

Optimize cobot motion paths, cycle times, and process logic for maximum efficiency and uptime

Troubleshoot and modify cobot and robot-to-PLC communication programs to ensure smooth operation and data exchange

Train and mentor the technician team on cobot operation, programming, and basic troubleshooting

Document and standardize cobot programming templates, backup procedures, and version control methods

Support improvement projects by identifying opportunities to automate manual processes with cobot solutions

Assist with robot simulation, offline programming, and testing using ABB RobotStudio or Kassow interfaces

Stay up to date on emerging cobot technologies, programming tools, and software updates relevant to Kassow and ABB systems

Provide technical input and lessons learned during project reviews and future cobot expansion planning

Support maintenance teams in diagnosing and resolving equipment-related issues

Provide hands-on training and technical guidance to maintenance personnel on control systems and automation equipment

Troubleshoot and resolve complex programming issues in control systems and automation equipment. Identify and engage external expertise when necessary

Demonstrate strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, professional daily report outs to senior-level and cross-functional teams

The Controls Engineering team participates in a structured on‑call rotation to ensure 24/7 support for production operations

Other duties may be assigned as needed

Qualification

PLC programmingKassow cobot programmingABB cobot programmingRobot commissioningMotion optimizationPath programmingRobot-to-PLC communicationTraining material creationVision systems knowledgeCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor Electrical Engineering is required

Advanced knowledge of PLC programming is expected, typically gained through a minimum of three years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or automation environment

Three to five years of relevant experience and/or specialized training in industrial control systems, automation, robotics, or a related field is required

Experience in Kassow and ABB cobot integration and programming is plus

Strong skills in robot commissioning, motion optimization, and path programming

Proficiency in ABB RobotStudio and Kassow Cobot programming environment

Understanding of PLC-to-robot communication (e.g., Digital I/O, PROFINET, Ethernet/IP)

Experience creating training materials and rollout plans for production or maintenance teams

Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work within cross functional project teams