Robot Programmer-Kuka
Job Description
Title: Robot Programmer
Location: Lewis Center, OH
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $100K - 140K yrly
Benefits: Comprehensive Benefit Package
Must have Skill Set: Kuka Programming Language
Overview:
Job Duties:
- Program, configure, and troubleshoot KUKA robotic systems using KRL
- Develop and refine robot paths, tooling, and cycle times to maximize performance
- Integrate robots with PLCs, HMIs, and other automated equipment
- Lead robot setup, calibration, and commissioning (in-house and on-site)
- Diagnose and resolve issues across programming, electrical, and mechanical systems
- Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, controls, and project engineers
- Support system runoffs, FATs, and SATs to ensure quality and functionality
- Create and maintain documentation including backups, manuals, and instructions
- Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance system efficiency and reliability
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of industrial robot programming experience, with a focus on KUKA
- Strong proficiency in KRL and familiarity with tools like WorkVisual and KUKA Sim
- Experience integrating robots into automated manufacturing environments
- Knowledge of PLC communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, ProfiNet, DeviceNet)
- Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
- Hands-on experience with startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting
- Flexibility to travel (20–40%) for installations and customer support
- Experience in automotive, packaging, or general automation
- Exposure to vision systems, conveyors, and end-of-arm tooling
- Knowledge of safety systems (interlocks, safety PLCs)
- Multi-robot cell coordination and offline programming experience
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Meet Your Recruiter
Technical Recruiter
Tami is a Technical Recruiter at Sterling Engineering with more than 20 years of recruiting experience, including four years with Sterling. She supports the Automation Division, helping connect skilled candidates with opportunities in a fast-moving and highly technical industry.
Tami is passionate about connecting with people and supporting them throughout their career journey. Whether she is helping with resume creation, providing job coaching, or guiding candidates toward their dream job, she enjoys being a trusted resource during important career decisions.
For Tami, recruiting is about more than matching candidates to open roles. It is about building relationships, offering meaningful support, and helping people take confident steps toward long-term career growth and success.