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 Leonardo do?

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

Where is Leonardo located?

Leonardo is based in Santo Andre, SP.

What does Leonardo specialize in?

Leonardo works with Fanuc and KUKA as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Leonardo's skilled trades: Welding, Electrician, Spot Welding, Mig Welding and Maintenance.

How do I connect with or hire Leonardo?

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

Leonardo — Robot Programmer

Leonardo, Robot Programmer in Santo Andre, SP, works with Fanuc, KUKA, Welding and Electrician.

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Leonardo

Contractor #47922

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Works with Six Point Automation

Santo Andre, SP

years of experience

#47922

Industries Served

Industrial AutomationAutomotive

Work History on Automate America

4yrsOn Platform

Programming Skills 2

Fanuc

R-30iA, R-30iB, Handling Tool, SpotTool, Arc Tool

20 yrs★★★★★

• Robot programming FANUC,KUKA • VASS and INTEGRA automotive standards • Electrical commands • SIEMENS PLC • Spot welding, • MIG/MAG arc welding • Gluing • Handling • Hamming • Basic pneumatics

KUKA

KRC4, KRC2

20 yrs★★★★★

Tenure

gold

Profile

bronze

About Me

More than 20 years' experience working with automation projects for national and international companies;

Experience in programming and commissioning of Robots;

Experience in programming and commissioning of industrial networks;

Knowledge in electrical commands,

Simulation/Offline Programming (OLP) with Siemens Process Simulate

Knowledge in electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic schemes;

Skilled Trades 5

Welding

★★★★★

Electrician

★★★★★

Spot Welding

★★★★★

Mig Welding

★★★★★

Maintenance

★★★★★

Professional Competencies 7

installation and commissioning

★★★★★

Leadership

★★★★☆

Problem Solving

★★★★★

Project Management

★★★★★

Quality Assurance

★★★★★

Robotics

★★★★★

wiring diagrams

★★★★★

Applications 6

Material Handling

★★★★★

Mig Welding

★★★★★

Roller Hemming

★★★★★

Sealer and Adhesive

★★★★★

Troubleshooting

★★★★★

Welding

★★★★★

Service Radius & Travel

International

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

✓Valid Passport

Eligibility

✓US work visa

Why Choose Me

I am committed to preventing, maintaining the health and safety of all people who work for the company and those who may be directly or indirectly affected by the reason of our activities

Work Experience19

Robot Programmer

Rivian Motors

Jan 2022 – May 2022

Plant Rivian Illinois USA R1T and R1S eletric car project. FANUC robot programming Rivian standard, at skate board and top hat shop;

Robot Programmer

Volkswagen Chattanooga

Jan 2021 – May 2021

Plant Volkswagen Chattanooga USA VW 316 eletric car project. FANUC robot programming VASS standard, at Body Shop complete;

Robot Programmer

Volkswagen do Brasil

Jan 2019 – Dec 2020

Plant Volkswagen Anchieta Project vw 273 Nivus FANUC / KUKA Robot Programming VASS standard / Side Panels

Robot Programmer

Audi Brazil

Jan 2018 – Dec 2018

Plant AUDI (BUC) Curitiba Project vw 216 new T- CROSS FANUC Robot Programming VASS standard Front and rear doors

Robot Programmer

Volkswagen do Brasil

Jul 2017 – Dec 2017

Plant Volkswagen Anchieta Project vw 270 new Polo and Virtus FANUC / KUKA Robot Programming VASS standard assembly lines / Side Panels /Framming

Robot Programmer

Volkswagen Germany

Mar 2016 – Jun 2017

Plant Volkswagen Bentley Zwickau Germany Project BY 636 Bentley assembly lines / body shop Robot Programming KUKA VKRC4 VASS standard Plant Volkswagen Bentley Zwickau Germany Project LB 636 Lamborguini assembly lines / body shop Robot Programming KUKA VKRC4 VASS standard

Robot Programmer

Audi Brazil

Jan 2015 – Apr 2015

Plant AUDI (BUC) Curitiba Project vw 370 and 371 new GOLF e AUDI A3 FANUC Robot Programming VASS standard assembly lines / body shop UB1 and UB2

Robot Programmer

Mercedes Benz

May 2015 – Aug 2015

Plant MERCEDES-BENZ JUIZ DE FORA - MG Atros / Acello Truck project KUKA KRC4 robot programming INTEGRA standard

Robot Programmer

Volkswagen Chattanooga

Sep 2015 – Feb 2016

Plant Volkswagen Chattanooga USA VW 411 e 416 Passat e Cross blue project FANUC robot programming VW standard, at Body Shop (Underbody and Side Panels);

Robot Programmer

Ford Brazil

Jan 2014 – Dec 2014

Plant FORD AMAZON CAMAÇARI Project New Eco Sport Robot Programming KRC2 body shop

Robot Programmer

Volkswagen do Brasil

Jan 2012 – Dec 2013

Plant Volkswagen Anchieta Project vn 237 new Saveiro Coordination and Programming KUKA Robot VKRC4 VASS standard assembly lines / body shop UB1 and UB2 Plant Volkswagen Taubaté New project vn120 ¨ up ¨ KUKA Robot Programming VKRC4 VASS standard assembly lines / body shop and UB2

Robt Programmmer

Ford Brazil

Jan 2011 – Dec 2011

Plant FORD AMAZON CAMAÇARI Project Perceptron measuring cell KUKA Robot Programming KRC2 body shop

Robot Programmer

Volkswagen Argentina

Jan 2009 – Jul 2009

Plant Volkswagen General pacheco Argentina Project vw Amarok KUKA Robot Programming VKRC2 assembly lines UB1 and UB2 and body Sides

Senior Robot Programmer

Volkswagen México

Aug 2009 – Dec 2010

Plant Volkswagen Puebla Mexico Jeta New Project Coordination Programming KUKA Robot VKRC2 assembly lines Rear doors. Stayed one year

Robot Programmer

Volkswagen do Brasil

Jan 2007 – Dec 2008

Plant Volkswagen Taubate and Anchieta Project Gol Programming vw23x KUKA Robot VKRC2 lines UB1 and UB2 body shop Plant Volkswagen Taubaté KRUPP KMAB FANUC Robot Programming MIG welding rear axle VW Gol

Robot Programmer

Volkswagen do Brasil

Jan 2005 – Dec 2006

Plant Volkswagen Anchieta KUKA VKRC2 robot programming, body shop (underbody) UB1 e UB2 FOX Europa;

Robot Programmer

Mercedes Benz

Jan 2004 – Jul 2004

Plant MERCEDES-BENZ SÃO BERNADO DO CAMPO - SP BRAZIL Programming of KUKA robot KRC2 the cell laser engraving

Robot Programmer

Audi Curitiba

Aug 2004 – Dec 2004

Plant AUDI (BUC) Curitiba KUKA Robots Programming VKRC2 body shop UB1 and UB2 FOX

Robot Programmer

Ford Bahia

Jan 2001 – Dec 2003

Plant FORD AMAZON CAMAÇARI - BA Acting on the assembly lines of the body shop ABB robot S

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

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