Weld Engineer – FANUC Spot Welding
About the job
- At least 5 years of experience programming FANUC industrial robots.
- Strong experience with robotic resistance spot welding.
- Experience creating robotic welding programs from the ground up.
- Knowledge of robot frames, tool center points, input/output configuration, and production optimization.
- Experience commissioning robotic welding cells.
- Ability to troubleshoot FANUC robots, weld controllers, and peripheral equipment.
- Ability to read electrical drawings and robot documentation.
- Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing standards.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Program and configure a FANUC robot for resistance spot welding applications.
- Build and commission a robotic spot weld process from scratch.
- Create and optimize robot paths, weld schedules, and production sequences.
- Configure tool center points, frames, payloads, input/output, and tool data.
- Integrate and verify spot weld gun operation and welding equipment.
- Perform robot mastering, calibration, and accuracy verification.
- Troubleshoot robotic, electrical, and welding process issues.
- Optimize cycle time while maintaining weld quality.
- Validate weld quality through testing and process adjustments.
- Ensure all robot safety functions and interlocks operate correctly.
- Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to complete startup on schedule.
- Document programming changes and provide commissioning support.
- FANUC Certified Programmer.
- Experience with automotive body shop welding systems.
- Experience with servo spot weld guns.
- Knowledge of programmable logic controller integration and industrial networking.
- Previous startup and commissioning experience in automotive automation.
About the company
GABLETEK builds and integrates industrial automation systems for manufacturers seeking to automate production processes. Its services include robot programming, PLC controls implementation and complete systems that combine robots, safety equipment, control panels and software. The engineering team supports applications such as assembly, welding, material handling, inspection, packaging and machine tending, working from initial consultation through installation, commissioning and production support. It also trains customer teams to operate the hardware, software and controls included in their systems. GABLETEK is headquartered in Troy, Michigan.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Troy, MI
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Safety credentials: staff receive SafeMove, Dual Check Safety and Global Robotics Standards certification.
- Equipment allowances: published benefits include $50 monthly cellphone reimbursement and a $150 annual boot allowance.
- Paid cross-training: robot programmer trainees receive paid training after starting and between projects.
What critics are saying
- Relocation exposure: maintenance technicians must accept travel and relocation for the duration of an assignment.
- Finite project tenure: the advertised FANUC contract has an estimated end in January 2027.
- Reactive workload: maintenance technicians handle unscheduled repairs alongside preventive maintenance and incident analysis.
What makes GABLETEK unique
- Supplier recognition: GableTek lists ABB Authorized Value Provider and Kawasaki Preferred Integrator status.
- Prebuilt integration: complete systems are integrated on GableTek's floor before installation at the customer site.
- Customized customer courses: training programs are tailored to each company's specific needs.
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