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 Bradley do?

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

Where is Bradley located?

Bradley is based in Clarkston, MI.

What does Bradley specialize in?

Bradley works with KUKA, ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa / Motoman and Allen Bradley / Rockwell as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Bradley's skilled trades: Robot Mechanical Repair, Robot Electrical Repair, Robot Maintenance and Electronics Repair.

How do I connect with or hire Bradley?

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

Bradley — Robot Programmer

Bradley, Robot Programmer in Clarkston, MI, works with KUKA, ABB, Fanuc and Yaskawa / Motoman. Public rate $40 an hour.

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Bradley

Contractor #47

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Clarkston, MI

years of experience

#47

Pay Rates

Industries Served

Automotive

Languages

English

Conversational

Service Radius & Travel

International

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

✓Valid Passport

Eligibility

✓US citizen

Work History on Automate America

1Completed

89Timesheets

85Expenses

5Avg Rating

9yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Drug testResumeCertificate of insurance

Profile

diamond

Tenure

platinum

Earnings

gold

Hours

gold

Skills

bronze

Programming Skills 5

KUKA

KRC2, KRC4

5 yrs★★★★★

Several Body Shop builds and independent work cell integrations

ABB

IRC5, S3, S4C+

5 yrs★★★★★

Automotive Body Shop, Spot Welding, Arc Welding

Fanuc

30ia, 30ib

5 yrs★★★★★

Yaskawa / Motoman

DX200

3 yrs★★★★★

Automotive Body Shop

Allen Bradley / Rockwell

ControlLogix

3 yrs★★★☆☆

Automotive Body Shop

About Me

Programming Robots is my passion. I have spent the past 6 years tuning my skills and learning every aspect of robotic automation. I enjoy working on new technological developments in Robot integration. I look forward to working with you and your team on you next project.

Skilled Trades 4

Robot Mechanical Repair

★★★★★

Robot Electrical Repair

★★★★☆

Robot Maintenance

Electronics Repair

Software Competencies 4

ABB RobotStudio

Allen Bradley Rockwell Studio 5000

Fanuc Roboguide

Kuka SimPro

Professional Competencies 8

Electrical Engineering

★★★★☆

Leadership

★★★☆☆

maintenance

★★★☆☆

Problem Solving

★★★★★

Project Management

★★★☆☆

quality control

★★★★★

troubleshooting

★★★★☆

wiring diagrams

★★★★☆

Applications 4

Arc Welding

★★★★★

Automotive Body Shop

★★★★★

Spot Welding

★★★★★

Vision Guided Robotics

★★★★☆

Tools, Machines & Equipment 2

Basic Electrical ToolsBasic Hand Tools

Customer Reviews 5.03

Kris

Kuka

Oct 2020

Brad has done an excellent job supporting multiple builds over the last several years for Kuka. We have greatly appreciated all his hard work, travel, and flexibility. His knowledge of robot systems is very extensive. Thanks brad for all the hard work.

Larry

Kuka Systems

Sep 2018

We have had the pleasure of working with Brad on several line builds and installs. His robot skills beat all. We hope he will continue to work with us for years to come.

Larry

Kuka Systems

Sep 2018

Brads is an expert at Fanuc iRVision programming. He has completed multiple large scale body shop builds and installs over the last 2 years for us. Great working with you Brad.

1 reference on filePeer references

Work Experience3

Robot Programmer

Diverse Automation

Mar 2013 – Present

Fanuc 30iB, Robot Programming, Body Shop Processes – Ford, Kuka, Sterling Heights, MI ABB IRC5, Robot Programming, Body Shop MH/Spot Welding, Production Support and Robotic Milling – Ford, Kuka, Sterling Heights, MI ABB S4C+, Robot Programming, Material Handling/Sealer Systems – BMW, Greer-Spartanburg, SC Fanuc 30iA, Robot Programming, Robot Production Maintenance Exhaust Systems – BMW, Faurecia Interior Systems, Spartanburg, SC Kuka KRC4, Robot Programming, System Robot Support and Debug – US Marble, Johnson City, TN ABB S3, Robot Programming, Maintenance Support – Ford, Kuka, Sterling Heights, MI ABB IRC5, Robot Programming, F26, F15, F16 Body Shop Processes – BMW, Greer-Spartanburg, SC ABB IRC5, Robot Programming, Underbody Programming with Safe Move & Servo Guns – BMW, Greer-Spartanburg, SC Diverse Automation Robot Training - ABB, Kuka, and Fanuc

Repair Instructor/Field Service

ICR Services

Jun 2012 – Mar 2013

Electronic Diagnoses and Repair Taught Robotic and PLC Programming Course Development Trouble Shoot and Repair Robots and PLC Systems

Electronic Repair Tech

GHSP Inc.

Mar 2004 – Jun 2012

Forklift Operations Daily shipping requirements Rotating Material Diagnosing and Repairing Circuit Boards

Education / Training / Certificates1

• Associates degree in Computer Electronics and Engineering Technology

ITT - Technical Institute of America · CPU Electronics

2011

Study electronics and controls engineering

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 Bradley do?: Bradley is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Bradley located?: Bradley is based in Clarkston, MI.
What does Bradley specialize in?: Bradley works with KUKA, ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa / Motoman and Allen Bradley / Rockwell as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Bradley's skilled trades: Robot Mechanical Repair, Robot Electrical Repair, Robot Maintenance and Electronics Repair.
How do I connect with or hire Bradley?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Bradley can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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