Robotic Welding Operator

Job Description

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.

· 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.