AI & Robotics Engineer
Date: Oct 20, 2025
Location: Bourbonnais, IL, US, 60914
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Nucor Steel Kankakee, Inc.
Location: Bourbonnais, IL, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
[Hourly Rate/Salary Range]: $1,799.20-$2,658.40/week (This figure does not include bonus)
ROA Positions are eligible for annual bonuses-
Annual Return on Assets Bonus Percentage (5 year average) = 25.4% of eligible earnings (up to 33% eligible earnings).
Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Percentage (5 year average) = 20% of eligible earnings
Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.
Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.
Basic Job Functions:
Responsibilities of the AI & Robotics Engineer may include but are not limited to:
The AI & Robotics Engineer will be responsible for our robotics automation systems to include but not limited to designing, documenting, troubleshooting, diagnosing, programming, continually improving, and leading projects from selection through final test and acceptance. This teammate will work closely with Maintenance and Operations personnel providing technical expertise in training the maintenance teams and optimizing the operations. Successful candidate will also play an integral lead role in robot safety within the Team. In addition, this role will be responsible for the development and implementation of artificial intelligence in our process to improve safety and efficiency.
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Four-year Robotics or Automation Engineering Degree
• 1 year experience in Robotics Automation
Preferred Qualifications:
• Industrial Robot upgrade, installation, commissioning, and maintenance experience
• Experience in manufacturing
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Kankakee
Nearest Secondary Market: Bradley