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ROBOTICS TECHNICIAN
Lear Corporation
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Source date: 11/2/2026
About this role
Lear For You We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you. A path to a better career. A better future. Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we’re named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies. They’re the secret to our success—empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together. Are you ready for a better career? A better future? Job Description As a Robotics Technician - Industrial Automation (I4.0), you will participate in the development, programming, integration, and commissioning of robotic and automated manufacturing systems for new industrial installations. You will be involved throughout the entire project lifecycle, supporting engineering, software development, testing, and startup activities. This role is focused on the implementation of new automation solutions and manufacturing technologies within Industry 4.0 environments, rather than the day-to-day support of existing production equipment. Travel up to 50% will be required to support equipment commissioning, production launches, and project deployments across Lear plants. Responsibilities • Program and develop industrial robotic applications for new manufacturing equipment and production lines. • Support the development and integration of robotic automation solutions within industrial projects. • Participate in equipment commissioning, validation, and production startup activities. • Perform testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and software adjustments during development and commissioning phases. • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and engineering teams throughout project execution. • Optimize robot trajectories and motion sequences to improve cycle times, process performance, and overall system efficiency. • Support the implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies when required within automation projects. • Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and work instructions. • Support project deployment and production launch activities until customer acceptance. • Travel up to 50% to support project implementation, commissioning activities, production launches, and deployment of automation solutions across Lear plants. Experience Requirements • Technical Degree, Vocational Training (Automation, Robotics, Electronics, Mechatronics) or Bachelor's Degree in a related engineering discipline. • 5+ years of experience in robot programming, robotic cell development, commissioning, or machine-building projects. • Proven experience programming industrial robots, including application development, commissioning, troubleshooting, and cycle time optimization. • Experience with industrial robots, preferably KUKA and ABB, including online and/or offline programming environments. • Familiarity with robot trajectory optimization techniques to improve cycle times, process performance, and system efficiency. • Knowledge of PLC programming and HMI development will be considered an advantage. • Familiarity with industrial networks, sensors, vision systems, and automation technologies will be considered an advantage. • Ability to read and understand electrical and automation documentation. • Hands-on approach and willingness to participate in commissioning and startup activities. • Good problem-solving and teamwork skills. • Availability to travel up to 50%. Equal Opportunity Employer *Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.* *We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.* *Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.*