robotics-engineering-technician/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — robotics engineering technician

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 17-3024.01 (Robotics Technicians).

Task statements

• [Core] Train customers or other personnel to install, use, or maintain robots.
• [Core] Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.
• [Core] Document robotics test procedures and results.
• [Core] Modify computer-controlled robot movements.
• [Core] Attach wires between controllers.
• [Core] Assist engineers in the design, configuration, or application of robotic systems.
• [Core] Align, fit, or assemble components, using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
• [Core] Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
• [Core] Test performance of robotic assemblies, using instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.
• [Core] Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.
• [Core] Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or conveyors.
• [Core] Install new robotic systems in stationary positions or on tracks.
• [Core] Build or assemble robotic devices or systems.
• [Core] Evaluate the efficiency and reliability of industrial robotic systems, reprogramming or calibrating to achieve maximum quantity and quality.
• [Core] Make repairs to robots or peripheral equipment, such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, or servomotors.
• [Supplemental] Program complex robotic systems, such as vision systems.
• [Supplemental] Fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures, using metalworking machines.
• [Supplemental] Develop three-dimensional simulations of automation systems.
• [Supplemental] Inspect installation sites.
• [Supplemental] Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
• [Supplemental] Train robots, using artificial intelligence software or interactive training techniques, to perform simple or complex tasks, such as designing and carrying out a series of iterative tests of chemical samples.
• [Supplemental] Maintain inventories of robotic production supplies, such as sensors or cables.

Detailed work activities

• Assemble equipment or components.
• Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
• Create graphical representations of industrial production systems.
• Design electromechanical equipment or systems.
• Determine causes of operational problems or failures.
• Document design or operational test results.
• Evaluate characteristics of equipment or systems.
• Fabricate products or components using machine tools.
• Inspect facilities or sites to determine if they meet specifications or standards.
• Install production equipment or systems.
• Maintain electromechanical equipment.
• Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
• Maintain operational records or records systems.
• Prepare procedural documents.
• Program robotic equipment.
• Repair electronic equipment.
• Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
• Train personnel on proper operational procedures.