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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nRegularly works in a manufacturing/shop environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, and moderate noise levels.\nMay be required to travel to customer sites for installation, commissioning, or service support, including occasional overnight travel.\nFrequently required to stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands to handle tools, controls, and equipment; occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds.\nRequired to follow all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).\nThe Robotics Engineer is a recognized robotics expert and thought leader, setting technical direction for robot integration across multiple programs. 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