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.

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

What does Kevin specialize in?

Kevin works with Kawasaki, ABB and Fanuc as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Kevin's skilled trades: Welding, Material Handling and Support.

How do I connect with or hire Kevin?

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

Kevin — Robot Programmer

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Kevin

Contractor #17716

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Works with Advanced Robotic Solutions

Advanced Robotic Solutions

Detroit, MI

years of experience

#17716

Industries Served

RoboticsProgrammingPaintConstruction

Eligibility

✓US citizen

Work History on Automate America

8yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Programming Skills 3

Kawasaki

E controller, F controller

3 yrs★★★★★

ABB

IRC 5, IRC 4

18 yrs★★★★☆

Fanuc

ARC Mate Series, Handling Tool, R-30iB, ROBOGUIDE, SpotTool

15 yrs★★★★☆

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

About Me

I've been a Robot Programmer for 19 + years. Work with ABB and FANUC Robots for Weld and material handling.

Skilled Trades 3

Welding

★★★★★

Programming industrial Robot for weld and material handling. Commissioning ABB Robots Programming Spot Data and welds, Material Handler, and Pathways. As well as Debug and cycle time. Setup and program ABB & FANUC Robots weld and material handling. Debug, optimize, and setup interference zones.

Material Handling

★★★★★

Support

★★★☆☆

Give support to customers at launch

Professional Competencies 4

Commissioning

★★★★☆

Commissioning ABB Robots Programming Spot Data and welds, Material Handler, and Pathways. As well as Debug and cycle time.

maintenance

★★★★☆

Preform maintenance on Fanuc robots. Set, maintain, and operate robotic cells. PM and repair of ABB robotic systems in plant.

Robotics

★★★★★

Programming industrial Robot for weld and material handling Commissioning ABB Robots Programming Spot Data and welds, Material Handler, and Pathways. As well as Debug and cycle time. Robot programming, troubleshooting, and repair skills.

troubleshooting

★★☆☆☆

Preform startup troubleshooting and debugging of system. Print reading, troubleshooting, debugging, and hand & power tools. Robot programming, troubleshooting, and repair skills.

Applications 3

Commissioning

★★★★★

Commissioning ABB Robots Programming Spot Data and welds, Material Handler, and Pathways. As well as Debug and cycle time.

industrial robots

★★★★★

Programming industrial Robot for weld and material handling. Program industrial robots for matetial handling.

Powerpower

★★☆☆☆

Print reading, troubleshooting, debugging, and hand & power tools.

Work Experience1

Robot Programmer

Contractor

Jan 1998 – Present

Robot Programmer INPRO Electric - Greer, SC - 2017-12 - Present Programming industrial Robot for weld and material handling. Robot Programmer Calvary Automation - Webster, NY - 2017-09 - 2017-12 Program industrial robots for matetial handling. Robot Programmer Moksa Software (Contracted to ABB) - Auburn Hills, MI - 2017-05 - 2017-08 Commissioning ABB Robots Programming Spot Data and welds, Material Handler, and Pathways. As well as Debug and cycle time. Robot Programmer MST - 2015-10 - 2015-11 Responsibilities Contractor Robot Programmer Tech Line Auto. - Troy, MI - 2015-05 - 2015-09 Responsibilities Setup and program ABB & FANUC Robots weld and material handling. Debug, optimize, and setup interference zones. Installation Engineer FANUC America - Rochester, MI - 2014-08 - 2015-02 Over see the install of Fanuc paint system. Supervisor skilled trades during construction Preform startup troubleshooting and debugging of system Give support to customers at launch Preform maintenance on Fanuc robots Skills Used print reading, troubleshooting, debugging, and hand & power tools. Robot programmer Advance Staffng - Detroit, MI - 2010-03 - 2014-07 Responsibilities Install, program, and troubleshoot robotic systems for Comua. Accomplishments I was able to teach some technic I had learn for other jobs. Skills Used Robotic engineer Nemak USA - Sylacauga, AL - 2014-02 - 2014-05 Responsibilities PM and repair of ABB robotic systems in plant. Skills Used Robot programming, troubleshooting, and repair skills. Setup on Machine (SOM) Ford Motor Company - Saline, MI - 1998-07 - 2006-03 Responsibilities Set, maintain, and operate robotic cells. Accomplishments I was able to improve cycle time and improve my work area. Skills Used Robot programming, troubleshooting, and repair skills.

Education / Training / Certificates1

Fanuc Training

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