Assembly Technician

Who we are (LCA/RBTX)    

With 60 years of experience in developing high-performance plastic components for motion plastics, Igus Inc. is at the forefront of innovation in the automation industry. Our Automation department is on a mission to disrupt the automation market by providing affordable hardware and seamless integration solutions. While our focus is serving customers, we also use our skills to automate our own production and use those learnings to offer better solutions. With over 45 injection molding machines and countless assembly task there is an almost unlimited amount of automation potential! This role will support the automation of in-house production and help expand these solutions to our customers. 

Job Description 

Are you skilled in assembling and wiring robotic systems? At Igus Inc., we’re looking for a Assembly Technician to join our fast-paced team building low-cost, high-impact automation solutions. In this role, you’ll take robotics kits and components from concept to fully assembled systems, ensuring they are ready for engineers to program and deploy. 

What You’ll Work On: 

• Robotics Assembly: Build and assemble robotic systems and automation hardware according to specifications and engineering drawings.
• Electrical Wiring & Integration: Wire up motors, controllers, sensors, and other components to ensure systems are fully functional and ready for programming.
• Quality & Testing: Perform initial checks and functional tests to verify proper assembly and wiring before handoff to engineers.
• Collaborate with Engineers: Work closely with automation engineers to ensure systems meet design requirements and are optimized for programming and deployment.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of assembly steps, wiring diagrams, and any modifications for future reference and troubleshooting.
• Continuous Improvement: Suggest improvements to assembly processes and contribute to building scalable, repeatable solutions.

 Qualifications:  

• 1- 5 years of experience in mechanical assembly and electrical wiring.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring schematics. 
• Strong understanding of motors, sensors, controllers, and basic electronics. 
• Hands-on skills with tools and equipment for assembly and testing. 
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and safety. 
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills. 
• Bonus: Experience with robotics kits, industrial automation components, or custom automation builds.

Benefits:

• • Competitive base salary with ongoing growth opportunities
  • Complete benefits package:
    • Co. paid HSA medical plan
    • Co. paid Dental
    • Co. paid Life
    • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
    • Retirement with Company contributions
  • 20 Paid Time Off days per year, plus 9 holidays
  • Subsidized lunch on-site

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