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 Christopher do?

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

Where is Christopher located?

Christopher is based in Troy, MI.

What does Christopher specialize in?

Christopher works with Fanuc, ABB, Autodesk, Kawasaki and Siemens as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.

How do I connect with or hire Christopher?

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

Christopher — Robot Programmer

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Christopher

Contractor #44919

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Works with GableTek

Gabletek

Troy, MI

#44919

Industries Served

ManufacturingMaterial HandlingElectrical IndustryEnergy

Service Radius & Travel

International

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

✓Valid Passport

Work History on Automate America

7yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Programming Skills 7

Fanuc

ROBOGUIDE, R-30iA, LR Mate 200iB, 3DL Vision

2 yrs★★★★★

Autodesk

AutoCAD, Inventor

1 yr★★★★☆

ABB

★★★★☆

Kawasaki

★★☆☆☆

Siemens

★★☆☆☆

Visual Basic

★★☆☆☆

Dassault Systemes

Solidworks

★★☆☆☆

Tenure

platinum

Profile

silver

Skills

bronze

About Me

- Ability to program and operate Kawasaki robots - Fanuc Dual Check Safety set up - Basic knowledge of vision system integration on FANUC robots - Moderate computer knowledge including making HMI's with visual basic - Basic wiring of PLC's and electric and hydraulic motors - Basic hydraulic and pneumatic knowledge - Knowledge of Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs - Interference zones - Valve Pack set up and I/O addressing - Taught and verified TCP's - Perform weld and MH path touch ups - Master robots - DeviceNet setup and troubleshooting - Ethernet setup and troubleshooting Computer Skills - Microsoft Office, Fanuc Roboguide, ABB Robot Studio, Solidworks, Inventor and Autocad

Software Competencies 9

ABB RobotStudio

Allen Bradley

AutoCAD

Fanuc Roboguide

Inventor Studio

Microsoft Office

Roboguide

Robot Studio

Solidworks

Professional Competencies 2

Hydraulics

★★☆☆☆

Manufacturing

★★☆☆☆

Applications 7

HMI

★★☆☆☆

Integration

★★☆☆☆

Material Handling

★★☆☆☆

Training

★★☆☆☆

Troubleshooting

★★☆☆☆

Vision

★★☆☆☆

Wiring

★★☆☆☆

Tools, Machines & Equipment 1

Computer

Work Experience2

Ford Motor Company

Sterling

Education / Training / Certificates1

Kawasaki

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