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 Stephen do?

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

Where is Stephen located?

Stephen is based in Sterling Heights, MI.

What does Stephen specialize in?

Stephen works with ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa / Motoman and Comau as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Stephen's skilled trades: Mig Welding and Welding.

How do I connect with or hire Stephen?

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

Stephen — Robot Programmer

Stephen, Robot Programmer in Sterling Heights, MI, works with ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa / Motoman and Comau. Public rate $50 an hour.

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Stephen

Contractor #16465

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Works with ASI

ASI

Sterling Heights, MI

years of experience

#16465

Pay Rates

Industries Served

WeldingMaterial Handling

Service Radius & Travel

International

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

✓Valid Passport

Eligibility

✓US citizen

Work History on Automate America

1Completed

5Avg Rating

8yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Programming Skills 4

ABB

5 yrs★★★★☆

Volvo Underbody

Fanuc

5 yrs★★★★☆

Mercedes Frame Line Chevy Colorado Frame Line Paccar Cab Line Ford Superduty Frame Line Murano Body line Tesla Model S Final Lifter Edge Liftgate Assembly

Yaskawa / Motoman

DX100, DX200, NX100, XRC

5 yrs★★★★☆

Comau

C5G

1 yr★★☆☆☆

Chrysler Jeep

Tenure

platinum

Profile

gold

About Me

Robot Programmer - MIG Welding, Twin coordinated synchronized motion, Material handling, Pneumatic & servo weld guns ( carried and pedestals ), Multiple styles of trunnions and turntables, Riveting, tip dressing, nut runners, 2&4 Step Drills, ATI’s, Overhead carriers and floor conveyors, Sealing/adhesive.

Skilled Trades 2

Mig Welding

Welding

Professional Competencies 4

GRS GM certified

★★★☆☆

Programming and Troubleshooting

Robotics

troubleshooting

Applications 9

Adhesives

Automation

Conveyors

Material Handling

Mig Welding

Riveting

Sealing

Servo Drives

Welding

Customer Reviews 5.01

Faurecia _ Gladstone IN

Sep 2018

Stephen did a great job helping us optimize our production on several weld and assembly cells throughout the plant. he worked on path improvements, nuisance faults, weld schedules, and sensor adjustments. Thank you Steve.

Work Experience9

Robot Programmer

Volvo Cars North America

Car Underbody - ABB robots

Robot Programmer

Ford Motor Company

Edge Liftgate assembly - Fanuc robots

Robot Programmer

Eberspacher

All lines - Motoman & ABB robots

Robot Programmer

Nissan

Murano Body line - Fanuc robots

Robot Programmer

PACCAR

Cab Line - Fanuc robots

Robot Programmer

Metalsa

Chevy Colorado frame line - Fanuc robots

Robot Programmer

BGM

Mercedes Frame line - Fanuc robots Ford Superduty Frame line - Fanuc

Robot Programmer

Tesla

Final Lifter line Model S - Fanuc robots

Robot Programmer

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA)

Chrysler Jeep - Comau robots

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 Stephen do?: Stephen is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Stephen located?: Stephen is based in Sterling Heights, MI.
What does Stephen specialize in?: Stephen works with ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa / Motoman and Comau as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Stephen's skilled trades: Mig Welding and Welding.
How do I connect with or hire Stephen?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Stephen can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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