About this role
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.
Who Are We?
The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world-class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in.
With 100 years of operation under our belt and a healthy tenure, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.
We are seeking a hands-on Automation & Robotics Engineer responsible for the design, installation, integration, programming, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of automated manufacturing equipment, robotic systems, and computer-controlled machinery.
This position will play a key role in maintaining plant automation systems, improving equipment reliability, supporting production, and ensuring automated equipment operates safely and efficiently.
What Will You Do?
Automation, Robotics & Controls
- Install, set up, program, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment and robotic systems.
- Program and troubleshoot complete robotic systems, including ABB and FANUC robots.
- Work with robot programming platforms including ABB RAPID and FANUC KAREL.
- Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-controlled equipment, motor drives, digital electronics, and solid-state devices.
- Utilize Rockwell Software applications for automation and controls programming and troubleshooting.
- Support and maintain vision systems, automation controllers, sensors, and peripheral equipment.
- Assist with the design, layout, installation, integration, and relocation of automated equipment and machinery.
- Diagnose equipment and controls issues to minimize manufacturing downtime.
- Understand the function and operation of automated equipment throughout the assigned area.
Electrical & Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Read and interpret electrical and electronic schematics for troubleshooting, repair, and equipment modifications.
- Read and understand hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drawings as they relate to electromechanical machine controls.
- Troubleshoot basic and digital electronic systems, PLCs, motor drives, controls, and other industrial automation components.
- Support mechanical repair, fluid power, and pneumatic systems as needed.
- Apply knowledge of electronic theory, Boolean logic, arithmetic circuits, and industrial controls when troubleshooting equipment.
Industrial Networks & Software
- Configure and troubleshoot industrial machine networks, including Ethernet and DeviceNet.
- Install machine software and maintain regular backups of critical programs, equipment data, and setup information.
- Maintain accurate records of programming changes, equipment repairs, and system modifications.
Preventive Maintenance & Reliability
- Develop, implement, and maintain a preventive maintenance program for automation equipment.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on robots, controls, vision systems, and other automated equipment.
- Maintain automation repair records, program files, equipment logbooks, and technical documentation.
- Manage spare parts, automation supplies, consumables, specialized tools, and electronic equipment inventories.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and prevent recurring downtime.
Production & Project Support
- Coordinate programming, electronic maintenance, equipment installations, and repairs with production schedules and plant personnel.
- Assist with new equipment installations and the relocation or modification of existing automation systems.
- Partner with production and maintenance teams to safely return equipment to service following failures or modifications.
- Write basic technical reports, processes, procedures, and equipment documentation.
Safety & Training
- Ensure automated equipment complies with applicable plant safety requirements and OSHA standards.
- Identify and help correct potential machine control, guarding, and equipment safety concerns.
- Promote strong housekeeping, safety, and ergonomic practices within the assigned area.
- Recommend and support training programs that allow plant personnel to safely and efficiently operate automated equipment.
- Train employees on appropriate automation equipment operation and safety procedures as needed.
Planning & Administration
- Plan, prepare, and manage the annual operating budget for automation-related activities within the department.
- Maintain appropriate inventories of automation equipment, spare parts, tools, and supplies.
- Assist in planning future automation installations and equipment upgrades.
What Do You Need?
To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following requirements:
- Minimum of a two-year Associate or technical degree in an automation and controls-related field is required.
- Three or more years of plant automation systems and controls experience.
- Hands-on experience with industrial automation, robotics, controls, or related manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot automated manufacturing systems and controls.
- Ability to read electrical/electronic schematics and technical drawings.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
- Experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley controls and PLCs.
- Experience with industrial vision systems, motor drives, Ethernet, DeviceNet, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
- Hands-on experience with ABB and/or FANUC robotics.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering is strongly preferred
What Can We Give You?
At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits –
- Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment. .
- Wellness - TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees.
- Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
- Competitive Salary – The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is between $84,300 - $105,400. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, which rewards employees based on individual and organizational performance. Eligibility and award amounts are determined by company policy and performance metrics. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the dailypay app.
At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment experience for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a growing concern for job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you’ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities. All legitimate job opportunities must be applied for directly through our official careers page at jobs.thetorocompany.com or via Workday, our applicant tracking system.
The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.