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.

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

Where is Peter located?

Peter is based in Greenville, SC.

What does Peter specialize in?

Peter works with Fanuc, KUKA and ABB 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 Peter?

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

Peter — Robot Programmer

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Peter

Contractor #45168

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Greenville, SC

years of experience

#45168

Pay Rates

Industries Served

Manufacturing

Languages

English

Conversational

Korean

Conversational

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

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

Programming Skills 3

Fanuc

R-30iB, R-30iA, 3DL Vision, iRVision, M16iB, R-2000iC/165F; /210F; /270F

13 yrs★★★★★

KUKA

KRC4

4 yrs★★★★☆

ABB

IRC 5, irc5p

1 yr★☆☆☆☆

Professional Competencies 1

Robotics

★★★★★

Applications 7

Material Handling

★★★★★

Mig Welding

★★★★★

Palletizing

★★★★★

Sealing

★★★★★

Ultrasonic Welding

★★★★☆

Vision

★★★★★

Welding

★★★★★

Work Experience2

Robot Programmer

EverWorks

Jul 2012 – Present

Robot Programmer

Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, Inc.

Jan 2012 – Jul 2012

Education / Training / Certificates1

BA Economics

University of Oregon · Ecc

2005

Facilities Worked At9

Plastic Omnium

Anderson, Duncan

Sep 2016 – Present

Ford Louisville Assembly Plant

Louisville KY

Jan 2019 – Apr 2019

FORD MOTORS COMPANY

Wayne MI

Jul 2018 – Jul 2018

Magna Drive Automotive

Piedmont, SC

Jan 2012 – Jul 2016

Maersk

San Antonio, Chile

Sep 2015 – Nov 2015

Tesla Factory

Fremont, CA

Mar 2015 – Sep 2015

Volkswagen Of Chattanooga

Chattanooga TN

Sep 2011 – Jan 2012

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, LLC

Montgomery AL

Dec 2009 – Sep 2011

SMART Alabama LLC

Luverne AL

Jan 2006 – Sep 2007

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 Peter do?: Peter is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Peter located?: Peter is based in Greenville, SC.
What does Peter specialize in?: Peter works with Fanuc, KUKA and ABB 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 Peter?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Peter can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.