The Robotic Welder Programmer for Miller or Lincoln welding systems creates, tests, and optimizes programs for robotic welding and automation systems to meet customer specifications and production goals.
· Programming & Setup: Develops, tests, and implements robot programs for welding using Fanuc, Copilot or Panda Suite software.
· Optimization: Adjusts welding parameters (speed, voltage, wire feed) to maximize weld quality, consistency, and cycle times.
· Engineering Collaboration: Coordinates front-end reach reviews, manages robot downloads, and assists with system integration and troubleshooting.
· Documentation: Creates setup sheets, procedures, and technical documentation for robotic applications. Updates computer records and paperwork in accordance with production requirements.
· Quality Control: Inspect finished parts for adherence to blueprints, welding symbols, and customer specifications.
· Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance on robotic cells and maintain records of programs and changes.
· Technical Support: Diagnose and resolve minor robot, fixture, or weld quality issues during production, such as sensor errors and wire feed issues.
· Mig Skills: Must be experienced in Mig welding to touch up welds as needed.
· Safety Adherence: Strictly follow safety protocols, including wearing proper PPE (welding helmet, safety glasses and gloves), ensuring light curtains/safety gates are functioning, and reporting near-misses.
· Communication: Must have a working command of the English language and be able to communicate orally and in writing.
· Ability to perform essential duties.
Requirements:
· Degree in Mechanical/Robotics Engineering or equivalent experience.
· Minimum of two years in robotics and Mig welding applications.
· Experience with Fanuc, Copilot or Panda Suite Software.
This role is in the Huntsville, AL area, serious inquiries only. This is not a hybrid or remote position.