# Robotics Engineer (Engineer / Senior) at Deterrence Defense, Inc

> United States · Senior · Software engineering · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Adeterrencedefenseinc%3A4436397009 (read 2026-11-10).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Deterrence Defense, Inc](https://alderhq.app/companies/deterrence-defense-inc)
- Location text: Dallas, TX; Dallas
- Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: Dallas, TX; Dallas")
- Posted: 2026-10-12 (29 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-07 · last verified: 2026-11-07
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/deterrencedefenseinc/jobs/4436397009

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: not posted
- Market band for similar posted roles (Dallas, n 44): p25 $126k, median $149k, p75 $178k

## Description (the employer's text)

### Controls Engineer

Summary

The Robotics Engineer designs, programs, and commissions industrial robot workcells on Deterrence's automated production line in the Dallas area. This is an execution role: you will take cells from layout and simulation through programming, integration with PLC and safety systems, and production ramp. FANUC experience is strongly preferred; KUKA or ABB experience is applicable. We are hiring multiple engineers across levels.

### Key Responsibilities

- Program and commission industrial robots (FANUC TP/KAREL; KUKA KRL or ABB RAPID also considered).
- Develop cell layouts, reach studies, cycle-time models, and collision checks in ROBOGUIDE or equivalent simulation tools.
- Integrate robots with PLCs, safety controllers, vision systems, conveyance, and tooling.
- Design, specify, or adapt end-of-arm tooling, fixturing, and sensing for assigned applications.
- Tune motion, payload, and accuracy for material handling, assembly, machine-tending, or inspection applications.
- Implement and validate robotic safety per ISO 10218 and ANSI/RIA R15.06.
- Lead cell bring-up, FAT/SAT, and production support; troubleshoot robotic and electromechanical faults to root cause.
- Maintain program documentation, version control, and change records.
- Train technicians and operators on cell operation and fault recovery.
### Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related engineering field, or equivalent experience.
- Engineer: 2+ years · Senior: 5+ years · Staff: 8+ years programming and commissioning industrial robots in production.
- Solid understanding of robot kinematics, frames and coordinate systems, and motion optimization.
- Experience integrating robots with PLC and safety systems.
- Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.
- Experience commissioning cells on a live production floor.
### Level Expectations

Staff additionally architects multi-robot cells, owns the robotics scope for an equipment line, leads design reviews, and mentors engineers.

### Preferred Skills

- FANUC certification; experience with external axes, line tracking, iRVision, or force control.
- Offline programming and digital-twin workflows.
- Machine vision and 2D/3D inspection integration.
- Siemens PLC and Profinet/ProfiSafe familiarity.
- Experience in aerospace, munitions, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing.

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