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.

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

What does Manuel specialize in?

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

How do I connect with or hire Manuel?

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

Manuel — Robot Programmer

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Manuel

Contractor #49593

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Works with DiPonio Group Automation & Controls

Clio, MI

years of experience

#49593

Industries Served

ManufacturingPlasticsIndustrial AutomationAutomotiveRoboticsElectronicsComputer Science

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

Work History on Automate America

2yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

ResumeCertificate of insurance

Tenure

gold

Profile

silver

Skills

bronze

Programming Skills 5

KUKA

KRC4, KRC5, KRC, Kuka SafeOperation, VKRC-4

6 yrs★★★★☆

Fanuc

Arc Tool, Handling Tool, LR Mate 200iB, R-30iA, R-30iB, R30-iA, R30iA, SpotTool, Various, ROBOGUIDE

4 yrs★★★★☆

AutoCAD

Electrical, AutoCAD

3 yrs★★★★☆

ABB

IRC 5, RobotStudio

2 yrs★★★★☆

Solidworks

3D CAD Design Software

2 yrs★★★★☆

Skilled Trades 7

Welding

★★★★☆

Maintenance

★★★★☆

Production Support

★★★★☆

Spot Welding

★★★★☆

Electrician

★★★☆☆

Hydraulics

★★★☆☆

Mig Welding

★★★☆☆

Software Competencies 1

Solid Works

Professional Competencies 14

Commissioning

★★★★☆

continuous improvement

★★★★☆

Customer Service

★★★★☆

Electrical Engineering

★★★★☆

Engineering

★★★★☆

installation and commissioning

★★★★☆

Leadership

★★★★☆

Mechatronics

★★★★☆

PLC Programming

★★★☆☆

Process Control

★★★★☆

Product Development

★★★★☆

Robotics

★★★★☆

Software development

★★★★☆

wiring diagrams

★★★★☆

Applications 12

Assembly

★★★★☆

Commissioning

★★★★☆

Configuration

★★★★☆

Development

★★★★☆

Gluing

★★★★☆

Installation

★★★★☆

Integration

★★★★☆

Material Handling

★★★★☆

Servo Drives

★★★☆☆

Troubleshooting

★★★★☆

Vision

★★★★☆

Welding

★★★★☆

Tools, Machines & Equipment 3

Basic Electrical ToolsBasic Hand ToolsComputer

Work Experience7

Robot Programmer

Tesla Gigafactory 1

Jan 2023 – Jan 2024

FANUC R-30iA, R-30iB (KUKA VKRC5) Production support for Model Y lines, small adjustments, and touch ups for existing programs

Robot Programmer

Cosma International Group of Magna International Inc.

Mar 2022 – Jan 2023

FANUC R-30iA, R-30iB Fanuc commissioning, Door's line, OLP check, program testing and correction, quality adjustment, cycle time optimization, support. FANUC R-30iA, R-30iB (KUKA VKRC5) Production support, BMW lines and Volvo lines

Robot Programmer

Plastic Omnium

Nov 2021 – Mar 2022

(ABB IRC5): Abb programming adjustment, OLP check and Cycle time optimization.

Robot Programmer

Rivian Motors

Jul 2021 – Nov 2021

FANUC R-30iA, R-30iB: Rivian Fanuc Commissioning, program testing and correction, quality adjustment.

Robot Programmer

Tesla - Texas

Mar 2021 – Jul 2021

FANUC R-30iA, R-30iB: Tesla Model Y Fanuc Commissioning for model Y, zone checking and Safety check, program testing and correction, Cycle time optimization, quality adjustment.

Robot Programmer

Tesla - Freemont

Mar 2020 – Jul 2021

FANUC R-30iA, R-30iB: Tesla Model Y ROP Optimization Path testing for the new handling tools, zone checking, programming correction. (KUKA VKRC4): Tesla Model Y Cycle time optimization, programming correction, Production support and quality adjustments.

Robot Programmer

Diamler - Germany

Jun 2019 – Jul 2020

(KUKA VKRC4): Tesla Model Y Cycle time optimization, programming correction, Production support and quality adjustments. (KUKA KRC4): Daimler BR206 Commissioning for W type integration (Framing). BR206 W type, Programming gluing, welding, collisions, routines of service., Adjustment for proper operation of the line in automatic mode and zones Setup and verification.

Education / Training / Certificates1

Bachelor’s Degree

Instituto Tecnologico de Chihuahua · Electronic Engineer Degree with specialty in mechatronics

2016

Facilities Worked At6

Tesla

Texas

Tesla

Freemont, CA

Magna

South Carolina

Rivian

Normal, IL

Plastic Omnium

Coahuila, MX

Diamler

Alabama

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