Skip to profile
Automate America
➕ Post WorkHomePost Your OpportunitiesSearch Hourly ContractsSearch Contract to HireSearch Direct JobsSearch RFQ'sFind and Follow CustomersFind Industrial SuppliersSearch and Request ProfessionalsNews / BlogRate / Cost CalculatorSite User AgreementMaster Service AgreementSupplier Service AgreementHire Engineer ContractorsHire Project Manager ContractorsHire Maintenance Technician ContractorsHire Technician ContractorsHire Controls Engineer ContractorsHire Business Owner ContractorsHire Automation Engineer ContractorsHire Developer ContractorsHire Consultant ContractorsHire Service Engineer ContractorsHire PLC Programmer ContractorsHire Electrical Engineer ContractorsHire Associate ContractorsHire Electronics Engineer ContractorsHire Project Engineer ContractorsHire Welder ContractorsHire Software Engineer ContractorsHire Business Development Manager ContractorsHire Engineering Manager ContractorsHire Manufacturing Engineer ContractorsHire Technical Support ContractorsHire Military Serviceperson ContractorsHire Electrician ContractorsHire Mechanical DesignersHire Maintenance EngineersHire Instrumentation TechniciansHire HMI ProgrammersHire Process EngineersHire Industrial EngineersHire Manufacturing EngineersHire Quality EngineersHire Test EngineersHire Validation EngineersHire Project EngineersHire Field Service EngineersHire Application EngineersHire EstimatorsHire DraftersHire CAD DesignersHire Industrial WeldersHire PipefittersHire MillwrightsHire Maintenance TechniciansHire Industrial MechanicsHire Tool and Die MakersHire CNC MachinistsHire Industrial AssemblersHire Quality InspectorsHire Lab TechniciansHire Pneumatic & Hydraulic TechniciansHire Electrical EngineersHire Power EngineersHire Reliability EngineersHire Operations EngineersHire Production SupervisorsHire Automation TechniciansHire Automation EngineersHire Technical Sales EngineersHire Servo & Drive TechniciansHire Motor Controls EngineersHire Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) EngineersHire Industrial Network EngineersHire Functional Safety EngineersHire Gauging Systems EngineersHire Panel BuildersHire Industrial Software DevelopersHire Embedded Systems EngineersHire Vision Systems IntegratorsHire Robotics IntegratorsHire Packaging Machinery EngineersHire Process Control EngineersHow Automate America WorksRequest a ProfessionalConnectionsWhite-Glove ContractsDirect JobsRFQsBoosts & AdsLinkedInTikTokFacebookYouTubeInstagramEmail: info@automateamerica.comText first: 586-770-8083

Shane — Robot Programmer

Shane

Availability unknown
Shane, Robot Programmer — Automate America
Shane
Professional
Contractor #41612
Primary Occupation
Robot Programmer
Chatham-Kent, Ontario
8
Years Exp
📊
View Your Analytics
Profile views and applications
View →

Industries Served

Work History on Automate America

6Skills
3Experience
7yrsOn Platform

Secure & Personal Files

Verified documents on file. Only Shane and Automate America admins can view or download them — except the background check, which is shared with a customer when they shortlist Shane.

  • Resume✓ On file

Programming Skills (6)

Skilled Trades (10)

Professional Competencies (13)

Applications (17)

Service Radius & Travel

International

Will Work

Eligibility

✓US work visa
2 references on fileVerified peer references

Work Experience(3)

Contractor
Robot Programmer · May 2017 – Present
Active

Install and Setup FANUC Core OS and Personalities Setup Material Handling End Effectors Hardware and Software Setup and test Spot Welding Parameters, Water Saver and Tip Dress Teach paths for Fixture & Pedestal Welding, Material Handling and Dispensing Troubleshooting and testing of Control Systems On Site Commissioning and Equipment start up Body Shop experience Projects: Lansing Michigan - Camaro, Cadillac Flint Michigan - Silverado Detroit Hamtramk - Cadillac

Matinrea
Maintenance Technician · Nov 2016 – Jun 2017

Assist the Process Engineer/Area Leader to assign/delegate tasks toOperators Implement Continuous Improvement plans in the department with theProcess Engineers and operators• Review all scheduling needs daily Ensure that all equipment and tools are maintained properly as to minimizeunnecessary downtime Trouble shoot equipment consisting of weld controllers, robotics andprogrammable logic controllers Changeover or assist with changeover of equipment, equipment componentsor tooling to run different jobs Modify robot, PLC programs, and machine screen interfaces (HMI's) asrequired Adjust MIG and spot welding schedules on Medar, Lincoln, Miller andPanasonic weld controllers

F & P
Automation Technician · Nov 2011 – Jul 2015

Robots – Fanuc, Panasonic, Motoman, Daihan. Teach, troubleshoot, repairdamaged components. Resistance Welding, Spot Welding, Projection Welding – Repair components such as weld guns, and electrodes, identify failed welders, support repairing transformers, set up parameters, troubleshoot bad welds. Medar GMAW (MIG) Welding – maintenance and repair: torches, breakaways,identify failed welders, set up parameters and troubleshoot bad welds. Lincoln,Panasonic PLCs- Allen Bradley, Omron, trouble shoot, program, edit, repair PLCs, wiring inputs & outputs Vision and Laser Detection Systems: - IFM, Cognex, Keyance Pneumatics- Install and repair hosing, fitting, cylinders and solenoids. Rebuild cylinders Fabrication – cutting, welding and machining of steel for projects

Frequently Asked Questions

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 Shane do?
Shane is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Shane located?
Shane is based in Chatham-Kent, Ontario.
What does Shane specialize in?
Shane works with Fanuc, ABB, PANASONIC, WTC, Allen Bradley / Rockwell as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Is Shane available for work?
Availability unknown. Shane has not marked it recently.
How do I connect with or hire Shane?
Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Shane can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.