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.

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

What does Daniel specialize in?

Daniel works with Fanuc, ABB and Datalogic as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Daniel's skilled trades: Welding, Spot Welding, Tooling and Troubleshooting.

How do I connect with or hire Daniel?

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

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Daniel

Contractor #41462

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Works with ASI

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Troy, MI

years of experience

#41462

Industries Served

Material HandlingIndustrial Automation

Work History on Automate America

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Fanuc

Fanuc, Vision, Handling Tool, iRVision, 3DL Vision, ROBOGUIDE, collaborative, 3D

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ABB

2 yrs★★★☆☆

Fanuc

Vision

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Spot Welding

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Tooling

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Troubleshooting

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Professional Competencies 3

Programming and Troubleshooting

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Robotics

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troubleshooting

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Applications 7

Material Handling

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Mig Welding

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Robotic Programming

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Spot Welding

★★☆☆☆

Troubleshooting

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Vision

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Welding

★★☆☆☆

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Service Radius & Travel

International

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✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

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