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.

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

Where is Manuel located?

Manuel is based in Guadalupe, NL.

What does Manuel specialize in?

Manuel works with Fanuc, Yaskawa / Motoman and Autodesk as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Manuel's skilled trades: Welding, Support, Palletizing, Maintenance and ARC Welding.

How do I connect with or hire Manuel?

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

Manuel — Robot Programmer

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Manuel

Contractor #41271

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Guadalupe, NL

years of experience

#41271

Industries Served

Material HandlingPublic SafetyHealthcareRoboticsEnergyCustomer Service IndustryCement

Languages

Spanish

Conversational

english

Conversational

Work History on Automate America

8yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

Programming Skills 3

Fanuc

Rj, RJ2, RJ3, R30iA, R-30iB

15 yrs★★★★☆

Yaskawa / Motoman

XRC, NX100, NX200, DX100, DX200

5 yrs★★★★☆

Autodesk

Electrical and Pneumatic

★★☆☆☆

Skilled Trades 6

Welding

★★★★☆

Support

★★★★☆

Palletizing

★★☆☆☆

Maintenance

★★☆☆☆

ARC Welding

★★☆☆☆

Spot Welding

★★☆☆☆

Professional Competencies 10

arc welding

★★★★☆

Communication Protocols

★★★★☆

Customer Service

★★☆☆☆

Design

★★☆☆☆

Diagnostics

★★☆☆☆

installation and commissioning

★★★★☆

maintenance

★★★☆☆

Management

★★☆☆☆

PLC Programming

★★☆☆☆

Robotics

★★★★☆

Applications 14

Arc Welding

★★☆☆☆

Assembly

★★☆☆☆

Development

★★★★☆

Dispensing

★★☆☆☆

Installation

★★☆☆☆

Integration

★★★★☆

Maintenance

★★☆☆☆

Material Handling

★★☆☆☆

Mig Welding

★★☆☆☆

Painting

★★☆☆☆

Palletizing

★★☆☆☆

Preventative Maintenance

★★☆☆☆

Robotic assembly

★★☆☆☆

Welding

★★☆☆☆

Service Radius & Travel

International

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

✓Valid Passport

Eligibility

✓Needs sponsorship

Work Experience4

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Aug 2018 – Present

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Feb 2005 – Aug 2018

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Feb 2000 – Feb 2005

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Metalsa S de R L

Jul 1994 – Jun 1999

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