Gallatin, TN |In Office with Travel | USD $90,000 – $115, 000+ Benefits
Are You Ready for Your Next Challenge?
As the PLC Robot Programmer, reporting directly to our Engineering team. You will be responsible for developing programs, integrations, and troubleshoots automated industrial machinery and robotic systems
Reports To: Engineering Manager
To apply, send your resume to careers@readysystems.com
Key Responsibilities
- Program and troubleshoot PLCs using platforms such as Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or Omron.
- Develop and modify robot programs for systems such as FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa, or KUKA.
- Design and implement machine-control sequences, interlocks, safety logic, and automated processes.
- Integrate PLCs with robots, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, sensors, vision systems, and other automation equipment.
- Configure and troubleshoot HMI/SCADA systems.
- Perform machine commissioning, startup, debugging, and optimization at customer or production sites.
- Diagnose electrical, controls, networking, PLC, and robot-related faults.
- Develop electrical/control documentation, I/O lists, software backups, and operating procedures.
- Conduct system testing, including I/O checks, functional testing, and safety validation.
- Work with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and engineering teams to deliver automation projects.
- Provide technical support and train maintenance or production personnel.
- Travel to customer facilities when required.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Post-secondary degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics, Robotics) or a related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in PLC and industrial robot programming.
- Strong knowledge of PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial automation.
- Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus, or DeviceNet.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and understand industrial control systems.
- Knowledge of machine safety systems and safety PLCs is an asset.
- Experience with robotic cells, conveyors, servo systems, and automated manufacturing equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel for commissioning and customer support.
Physical & Safety Tasks
All applicants must be able to perform the following tasks as part of their player-coach operational responsibilities:
- Walk up to 5 km per day during manufacturing floor oversight and plant walkthroughs.
- Stand and work at heights or navigate tight operational environments when required.
- React quickly to visual and auditory factory alerts.
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety footwear, safety eyewear, vests, and high-visibility gear during site visits.
Compensation & Benefits
- USD $90,000 – $115,000
- Performance-linked bonuses aligned with the corporate strategy roadmap.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision.
- Paid travel and expenses.
- Opportunities for leadership development in a growing, innovation-focused company
About Ready Systems
Ready Systems is a powerhouse in specialized industrial automation, assembly solutions, and advanced material handling. Operating since 2007, we design and integrate complex conveyor systems, robotics, and PLC platforms across North America and Europe, with a dominant niche leadership in the high-stakes automotive seating vertical.
Why Join Ready
At Ready Systems, our goal is to be an ecosystem that makes us the preferred destination for the professionals we seek to hire. We strive to be a scalable, no B-S, organization built on repeatable, data-driven processes. We are looking for an Intermediate Mechanical designer, who is excited to develop innovative solutions to problems
How to Apply
To apply, send your resume to careers@readysystems.com
While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Ready Systems welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities; accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
AI Disclosure
Ready Systems does not use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates.
Vacancy Disclosure
This posting is for an existing vacancy.