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.

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

Where is Chris located?

Chris is based in Cambridge, ON.

What does Chris specialize in?

Chris works with Yaskawa / Motoman, Fanuc, KUKA and Microsoft as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Chris's skilled trades: Electrician, Welding, CNC, Machinist and Software.

How do I connect with or hire Chris?

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

Chris — Robot Programmer

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Chris

Contractor #16767

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Cambridge, ON

years of experience

#16767

Industries Served

AutomotiveConstructionEnergyWeldingIndustrial AutomationMaterial HandlingRoboticsMachiningSanitation

Languages

English

Conversational

Service Radius & Travel

International

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Valid Passport

Eligibility

✓US citizen

Work History on Automate America

8yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Programming Skills 4

Yaskawa / Motoman

XRC, DX100, NX100, MRC, UP20

20 yrs★★★☆☆

applications including, palletizing, water jet cutting, material handling

Fanuc

★★☆☆☆

KUKA

★★☆☆☆

Microsoft

★★☆☆☆

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

About Me

A Contract Robot Programmer residing in Ontario.

Master Industrial Electrician, Electrical Design

Skilled Trades 5

Electrician

★★★★☆

Certified in Ontario/Canada, Industrial Construction Maintenance and Master Electrician

Welding

CNC

Machinist

Software

Software Competencies 1

Microsoft Office

Professional Competencies 8

arc welding

Design

★★★☆☆

Design electrical power distribution up to 3000A/600V, motor controls and PLC automation control

Experiments

Machine Design

Machining

Mentorship

Robotics

troubleshooting

Applications 17

Arc Welding

Assembly

Automation

Automotive

CNC

Cutting Systems

Dispensing

DIstribution

Facility Maintenance

industrial robots

Machining

Material Handling

Power

Power Distribution

Robotics

Water Jet Cutting

★★★★☆

Worked with ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman, Kuka, Fanuc water jet applications, also servicing Flow, KMT intensifiers and UHP hardware

Welding

Tools, Machines & Equipment 2

ComputerCNC machine

Work Experience3

Maintenance Electrician

Lear Corporation

Feb 2007 – Nov 2007

Responsible for maintenance of Yaskawa/Motoman arc welding cells, metal assembly process equipment, and general plant maintenance

Fanuc Corporation

Tenneco Automotive

Education / Training / Certificates1

Industrial Electrician Certificate

Mohawk College · Industrial Electrician

1993

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