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.

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

What does S specialize in?

S works with Fanuc, SAP and ABB as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. S's skilled trades: Robot Maintenance, Robot Mechanical Repair, CNC, Tool and Die and Forklift Operation.

How do I connect with or hire S?

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

S — Robot Programmer

S, Robot Programmer in Southfield, MI, works with Fanuc, SAP, ABB and Robot Maintenance. Public rate $30 an hour.

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Robot Programmer

Southfield, MI

#12967

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Industries Served

AutomotiveManufacturingAutomotiveManufacturingShippingHealthcareInformation Technology

Languages

english

Conversational

Eligibility

✓US citizen

Work History on Automate America

8yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

Programming Skills 3

SAP

20 yrs★★★★☆

Fanuc

2 yrs★★★★☆

ABB

★★☆☆☆

Skilled Trades 5

Robot Maintenance

★★★★☆

Robot Mechanical Repair

★★★★☆

CNC

Tool and Die

Forklift Operation

Professional Competencies 7

inventory management

★★★★★

Logistics

Manufacturing

Overhead Crane Operator

★★★★☆

Problem Solving

Root Cause Analysis

SAP

Applications 7

Automotive

Axle Manufacturing

CNC

Communications

Engineering

Machine Tending

★★★★★

Manufacturing

Tools, Machines & Equipment 3

CNC machinescissor liftForklifts

2 references on filePeer references

Work Experience10

Robot Programmer

Chicago Robot Works

May 2017 – Present

Robot hardware/software house keeping Prepare robot and controller for customer Verifying Interference zone numbering comments and with Programing logic controllers (PLCs) Creating simulations in programs such as 3Dexp/Delmia, igrip, Robcad, Process Simulate. Compiling robot Offline programs (OLP's) from the simulation files. Uploading OLP's to robots and setting payload and offset data.

American Axle and Manufacturing

Aerotek

Applied Manufacturing Technologies

Chicago Robot Works

Magna

Industrial Automation LLC

Avenger Engineering LLC

General Electric

ATI Engineering Services

Education / Training / Certificates2

GRS certification

Macomb Community College · Fanuc Robots

2018

Diploma

Macomb Community College · Robotics

2017

Facilities Worked At1

American Axle and Manufacturing

Detroit, MI

Mar 1999 – Sep 2010

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 S do?: S is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is S located?: S is based in Southfield, MI.
What does S specialize in?: S works with Fanuc, SAP and ABB as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. S's skilled trades: Robot Maintenance, Robot Mechanical Repair, CNC, Tool and Die and Forklift Operation.
How do I connect with or hire S?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. S can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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