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.

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

Where is Martin located?

Martin is based in Algonac, MI.

What does Martin specialize in?

Martin works with ABB as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Martin's skilled trades: Electrician and Machine Tool Electrician.

How do I connect with or hire Martin?

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

Martin — Robot Programmer

Martin, Robot Programmer in Algonac, MI, works with ABB, Electrician and Machine Tool Electrician.

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Martin

Contractor #51933

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Algonac, MI

years of experience

#51933

Industries Served

AutomotiveEV and ICE Power-train AutomotiveIndustrial AutomationCustom Automation

Work History on Automate America

2Completed

21Timesheets

5Avg Rating

1Repeat

1yrOn Platform

Profile

gold

Earnings

silver

Tenure

silver

Hours

bronze

Programming Skills 1

ABB

IRC 4, IRC 5, Safemove, S4, S3, S4C

30 yrs★★★★★

Able to create, modify or restructure robot programs. Cycle time improvements and path optimization. ABB SafeMove certified 30+ years of experience

Skilled Trades 2

Electrician

★★★★★

US Navy electrician - 5 years DD-214 available.

Machine Tool Electrician

★★★☆☆

4 years of experience

Professional Competencies 1

ABB robot programmer

★★★★★

Applications 6

Material Handling

★★★★★

Worked with numerous big 3 plants as well as smaller companies to meet their needs.

Material Handling & Assembly Robots

★★★★★

Robot Integration

★★★★★

I have worked for many integrators over the years

Robot Materials Dispense

★★★★★

Worked on many RTV, spray glue and anti-flutter applying robots for various customers.

Spot Welding Process and Parameterization

★★★★★

Extensive spot weld experience.

Stud Welding

★★★★☆

Both carried and pedestal stud welding experience

Customer Reviews 5.01

Matt

Krause Automation

May 2026

Martin is an amazing robot programmer. Is ABB knowledge is priceless. Thanks for the help on our Essex project.

1 reference on filePeer references

Work Experience1

Senior Robot Programmer

Thyssenkrupp System Engineering, Inc.

May 2015 – Oct 2025

Development of robot team and managing training of personnel

Education / Training / Certificates1

Naval Nuclear Power A School

Naval Nuclear Power Training Command · BE&E, physics and heat transfer

1986

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 Martin do?: Martin is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Martin located?: Martin is based in Algonac, MI.
What does Martin specialize in?: Martin works with ABB as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Martin's skilled trades: Electrician and Machine Tool Electrician.
Is Martin available for work?: Not right now.
How do I connect with or hire Martin?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Martin can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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