Robot Programmer

The Robot Programmer with Vision Systems experience is responsible for developing, programming, and supporting robotic automation in a manufacturing environment. This role emphasizes implementing vision-guided robotic applications for material handling, welding, assembly, and quality inspection. The position ensures production efficiency, consistency, and reliability by integrating robots and vision systems into automated work cells.

• Provide training and support for operators, maintenance, and production staff on robotic and vision systems.
• Identify opportunities for automation improvements and implement cost-saving solutions.

• Develop, test, and optimize robot programs for industrial robots (e.g., FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa, Universal Robots).
• Configure and integrate vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence, FANUC iRVision, SICK) for part detection, orientation, and quality inspection.
• Program vision-guided robotics for pick-and-place, welding seam tracking, and automated inspection tasks.
• Develop and implement error-proofing, part verification, and traceability systems using vision tools.

• Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and process engineers to design and deploy robotic work cells in production lines.
• Create and maintain documentation for programs, processes, and troubleshooting guides.
• Participate in cell simulation and offline programming (ROBOGUIDE, Robot Studio, Process Simulate, or similar).
• Support commissioning, installation, and validation of robotic systems at plant sites.

• Diagnose and resolve programming, integration, and cycle-time issues.
• Perform ongoing optimization of robot motion paths, cycle times, and vision algorithms to maximize throughput and reliability.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience programming industrial robots in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience integrating and troubleshooting vision-guided robotic applications.

• Proficiency with at least one major robot platform (FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa, Universal Robots).
• Strong knowledge of industrial vision systems (Cognex, Matrox, Keyence, FANUC iRVision, or similar).
• Familiarity with welding automation, material handling, assembly, or inspection processes.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet).
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• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for system installation and support.