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.

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

What does Darryl specialize in?

Darryl works with Fanuc, PANASONIC and Yaskawa / Motoman as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Darryl's skilled trades: Robot Maintenance, Welding and Robot Mechanical Repair.

How do I connect with or hire Darryl?

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

Darryl — Robot Programmer

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Darryl

Contractor #16780

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

London, ON

years of experience

#16780

Industries Served

AutomotiveIndustrial Automation

Languages

English

Conversational

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

Work History on Automate America

3Completed

19Timesheets

19Expenses

5Avg Rating

1Repeat

8yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Photo IDResume

Programming Skills 3

Fanuc

ARC Mate Series, Arc Tool, Handling Tool, M16iB, R-30iA, R-30iB, R30-iA, RJ2, RJ3ib, SpotTool

25 yrs★★★★☆

DCS, GM GRS3

PANASONIC

G2 and G3

4 yrs★★★☆☆

Yaskawa / Motoman

MRC, XRC, NX100

4 yrs★★☆☆☆

Tenure

platinum

Profile

gold

Earnings

silver

Hours

silver

About Me

OBJECTIVE: To continue in the field of robotics where my skills and experience can be tested and put to good use.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Fanuc RJ-2, RJ-3iB and R30iA/B Controllers – Fanuc Trained DCS, Devicenet, Ethernet and Remote I/O Network Integration Motoman XRC, DX100 and NX100 Controllers Panasonic G2 and G3 Robotic Experience Mig, Spot, Nut Runner and Material Handling Applications Weld Cell, Stamping and Full Assembly Line Programming AutoCAD Design Experience Allen Bradley, Toyopuc and Mitsubishi PLC Experience

RELEVANT ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Robotic and Electrical Support for Production Lines
• Programming of Welding and Material Handling Robots
• Cycle Time Improvement and Process Development
• Hydraulic Servo Press Experience
• Developed Apprentice Robot Training Program
• Excellent Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Manual MIG Welding and Fabrication Abilities

Skilled Trades 3

Robot Maintenance

★★★★☆

Welding

★★★★☆

Robot Mechanical Repair

★★★★☆

Software Competencies 1

Fanuc Roboguide

Professional Competencies 1

Robotics

★★★★☆

Applications 1

DCS

★★★★☆

Tools, Machines & Equipment 8

ComputerDrillDigital Multimeterflow metergrindersBasic Electrical ToolsBasic Hand Toolslevel

My Business

Company Name

Next Level Robotics inc.

Customer Reviews 5.01

Joshua

Valiant Machine

Aug 2024

Darryl was very helpful supporting our weekend Fanuc robot work at Stellantis Windsor. We appreciate his ongoing help with this project.

Work Experience13

Robot Programmer

Ascension Automation Solutions

Apr 2021 – Present

Robot Programmer

Leggett and Platt

Aug 2020 – Present

Robot Programmer

Edge Automation

Jul 2019 – May 2020

Robot Programmer

Kautex Textron Windsor

Mar 2018 – May 2019

Robot Programmer

The Paslin Comp.

Sep 2017 – Jan 2018

Fanuc Mig and Spot Weld Development, DCS Setup Material Handling

Robot Programmer

Modatek Systems

Mar 2016 – Aug 2017

Robot Programmer

GM Cami

Nov 2015 – Feb 2016

Fanuc Robotics R30iB Material Handling DCS Setup, Weld Development

Robot Programmer

Ford Motor Company

Mar 2014 – Aug 2015

Oakville - CD539/540 Integration Fanuc Robotics RJ3 and RJ30iB

Robot Programmer

Centerline Windsor

Oct 2011 – Mar 2014

Presstran Industries, Bowling Green Metal Forming, Martinrea Fanuc, ABB & Panasonic Robotics setup and programming Mig, Spot and Material Handling Applications Devicenet & Ethernet Integration

Robot Programmer

Valiant Machine & Tool

May 2010 – Sep 2011

(Contract): Ford C520, CD4 & C346 Offline and Online Fanuc Programming Ford NextGen & GM Robotics Standard Experience 3-Axis Coordinated Motion Programming Tandem & Single Torch Mig Welding RPM, TAST and Touchsensing Setup Devicenet Network Integration Electrical troubleshooting, Welding Parameter Setup

Robot Programmer

Karmax Heavy Stamping

Apr 2010 – May 2010

(Contract): Fanuc Robotics programming for spot welding of vehicle body panels, Nachi Robotics programming for material handling of body panel

Robot Programmer

Martinrea Fabco Ridgetown

Dec 2009 – Mar 2010

(Contract): Robotics and Controls support for recently acquired assembly lines from SKD Automotive. Setup of Fanuc and ABB robots for Mig Welding, Spot Welding and Material Handling.

Robot Programmer

Process Group

Jan 2007 – Nov 2009

(Contract): Fanuc Robotics Integration for SKD Automotive, Linamar, Nemak and Formet Industries. Applications included Mig and Spot Welding, Material Handling (Part Transfer, Deflashing) Press Tending

Education / Training / Certificates2

Associate Degree - Electrical Technology

Fanshawe College · Electronics Engineering Technology

Diploma

Macomb Community College · Robotics

2015

GM Global Robotics Spec Certificate

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