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.

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

Where is Alicia located?

Alicia is based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape.

What does Alicia specialize in?

Alicia works with Kawasaki, ABB and KUKA 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 Alicia?

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

Alicia — Robot Programmer

Alicia, Robot Programmer in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, works with Kawasaki, ABB and KUKA.

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Alicia

Contractor #48650

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Works with TPW Robotics

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

years of experience

#48650

Industries Served

Industrial AutomationRobotics

Work History on Automate America

3yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Tenure

gold

Profile

bronze

Programming Skills 3

Kawasaki

Various, E controller, Cubic S

1 yr★★★★★

First commissioning of chassis line from Detroit to Ford SA. Kawasaki Handling and arc welding robots programmed.

ABB

IRC 5, RobotStudio, RAPID, IRB, Safemove

1 yr★★★★★

Volvo EX90 first commissioning of handling, welding, self pierce riveting, glueing and flowdrill robots.

KUKA

KRC4

1 yr★★★★☆

Mercedes W206 bodyshop commissioning of line and cycl time optimisation. Handling, glueing, self pierce riveting and welding robots programmed.

Professional Competencies 1

Robotics

★★★★★

Applications 5

Flow drillscrews

★★★★★

Gluing

★★★★★

Material Handling

★★★★★

Riveting

★★★★★

Welding

★★★★★

My Business

Company Name

TPW Robotics CC

Work Experience3

Robot Programmer

VOLVO CARS USA

Jun 2022 – Dec 2022

(ABB IRC5) Handling, Self-pierce riveting (Tucker), Flowdrill (KSS), Spot welding, Robotstudio v2021&v2022, Cycle time and quality.

Robot Programmer

Ford Motor Company

Oct 2021 – May 2022

(Kawasaki e-controller) arc welding, handling, Cycle time, Quality, Cubic-S configuration for safety.

Robot Programmer

Mercedes Benz

Jun 2020 – Jun 2021

(KUKA KRC4) spot welding, sealer Intec, handling, TOX, SensoPart, DT500. Cycle time, Quality and Green Buyoff on HC41 and VB41 achieved. Mercedes Benz SA W206 IW6 Standard

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

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