What is a Robot Programmer?

A Robot Programmer creates, tests, and optimizes programs for industrial robots used in manufacturing. They work with brands like FANUC, ABB, KUKA, and Yaskawa to program welding, material handling, painting, and assembly operations.

What robot brands are most common in manufacturing?

FANUC is the most widely used in North America, followed by ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa/Motoman, and Universal Robots (cobots). FANUC dominates automotive and general manufacturing, while ABB is strong in material handling and welding.

What certifications do Robot Programmers need?

Top certifications include FANUC Certified Robot Operator/Programmer, ABB Certified Robot Programmer, KUKA Programming Certification, and RIA Safety Training. Most manufacturers offer tiered certification programs from basic to advanced levels.

Mark is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.

Where is Mark located?

Mark is based in Southgate, MI.

What does Mark specialize in?

Mark works with Programming, Fanuc and Comau as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Mark's skilled trades: Welding, C++, C# and Python.

How do I connect with or hire Mark?

Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Mark can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

Mark — Robot Programmer

Mark, Robot Programmer in Southgate, MI, works with Programming, Fanuc, Comau and Welding. Public rate $25 an hour.

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Mark

Contractor #1123

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Southgate, MI

year of experience

#1123

Pay Rates

Industries Served

Information TechnologyRoboticsWelding

Languages

English

Conversational

Service Radius & Travel

International

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

✓Valid Passport

✓Willing to Relocate

Eligibility

✓US citizen

Work History on Automate America

9yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Programming Skills 3

Programming

1 yr★★★★★

Completed courses in C++, Python, and C# programming languages. Also familiar with Java

Fanuc

1 yr★★★★★

Completed a class offered by FANUC where I was able to familiarize myself with their pendant and learned to operate a Lincoln welder EOAT and create simple programs.

Comau

1 yr★★★★★

4 months experience from early installation to cycle time.

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

About Me

Experienced with FANUC and Comau robots, familiar with reprocessing and all stages of integrating a line of robots. Looking for contract or direct hire positions.

Skilled Trades 4

Welding

C++

Python

Software Competencies 2

Microsoft Office

Python

Professional Competencies 1

Programming

Applications 3

Assembly

Design

Robotics

Tools, Machines & Equipment 6

Basic Hand ToolsComputerWrench SetBasic Mechanical ToolsMulti-toolAllen wrenches

2 references on filePeer references

Work Experience4

Robot Programmer

Valiant

Jan 2018 – Feb 2018

Troubleshooting/Debug Using rivet, MH, and welding applications. Adjusting DCS

Robot Programmer

Comau S.p.A

May 2017 – Aug 2017

Installation at Chysler's Toledo Assembly Complex. I was involved in the project from the beginning of install through cycle time improvements.

Robot Programmer

Phantom Robotics

May 2017 – Aug 2017

Contracting house

Robot Programmer

Axis Integration

Dec 2017 – Jan 2018

Reprocessing job. Worked with Fanuc and Motoman robots.

Education / Training / Certificates1

Certified in Arctool Handling and Programming

FANUC · Welding

2017

What is a Robot Programmer?: A Robot Programmer creates, tests, and optimizes programs for industrial robots used in manufacturing. They work with brands like FANUC, ABB, KUKA, and Yaskawa to program welding, material handling, painting, and assembly operations.
What robot brands are most common in manufacturing?: FANUC is the most widely used in North America, followed by ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa/Motoman, and Universal Robots (cobots). FANUC dominates automotive and general manufacturing, while ABB is strong in material handling and welding.
What certifications do Robot Programmers need?: Top certifications include FANUC Certified Robot Operator/Programmer, ABB Certified Robot Programmer, KUKA Programming Certification, and RIA Safety Training. Most manufacturers offer tiered certification programs from basic to advanced levels.
What does Mark do?: Mark is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Mark located?: Mark is based in Southgate, MI.
What does Mark specialize in?: Mark works with Programming, Fanuc and Comau as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Mark's skilled trades: Welding, C++, C# and Python.
How do I connect with or hire Mark?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Mark can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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