What are the responsibilities and job description for the Robotics Systems Engineer position at Propper International?
Robotics Systems Engineer
Location: Dickson, TN
Propper International is looking for a passionate robotics and automation systems engineer to join our growing distribution operations team and play a critical role in supporting and optimizing our advanced warehouse robotics platform.
This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technology in a fast-paced environment while building skills across robotics, systems engineering, integration, and IT infrastructure.
We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Relocation assistance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- 401(k) and other company benefits
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Opportunity to work with advanced warehouse automation and robotics technology
Position Summary
The Robotics Systems Engineer serves as the primary technical resource supporting our warehouse robotics systems and automation infrastructure. This role is responsible for maintaining robotics hardware and software, troubleshooting operational issues, supporting system integrations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance distribution center efficiency and throughput.
The ideal candidate combines strong troubleshooting skills with a passion for automation, systems integration, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a key technical resource for the warehouse robotics platform.
- Maintain and troubleshoot robotic hardware, software, sensors, controllers, and associated systems.
- Monitor system performance and proactively identify and resolve operational issues.
- Coordinate with robotics vendors regarding support requests, upgrades, maintenance, and new implementations.
- Test, deploy, and validate robotics software and firmware updates.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase warehouse efficiency, productivity, and throughput.
- Participate in engineering projects that support distribution center and warehouse operations.
- Identify, develop, and implement process improvements across operational workstreams.
- Analyze robotics performance metrics and recommend optimization opportunities.
- Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions related to system downtime or operational disruptions.
The Robotics Systems Engineer will also be cross trained to provide support in the following areas:
- Support robotics-related infrastructure, networks, wireless communications, and connected devices.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and system connectivity issues.
- Assist with user training, documentation, and technical knowledge transfer.
- Collaborate with IT teams to support cybersecurity, access control, and overall system reliability.
- Develop, support, and troubleshoot APIs and integrations between robotics systems, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), ERP applications, and other business platforms.
- Ensure accurate, secure, and reliable data flow between integrated systems.
- Support systems engineering initiatives and special projects as assigned.
- Assist in evaluating new automation technologies and solutions.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
- 2 years of experience supporting robotics, automation systems, industrial controls, or warehouse automation environments.
- Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, sensors, and control systems.
- Understanding of networking fundamentals, system integrations, and API technologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and project coordination abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Experience with warehouse robotics systems, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), or goods-to-person automation solutions.
- Experience with WMS, ERP, or supply chain technology platforms.
- Solid experience in a combination of the following technologies: SQL, Python, Java, PHP, REST APIs, Linux, Bash/PowerShell scripting, robotics control systems, AI/ML, ROS, and application integration technologies.
- Knowledge of industrial networking, wireless communications, and cybersecurity best practices.
- Experience working directly with robotics or automation vendors.