FANUC Robot Programmer / Developer (KAREL)

Gabletek Robotics and Controls Solutions

Troy (MI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Gabletek Robotics and Controls Solutions seeks an experienced FANUC Robot Programmer to develop and test robot applications at our South Carolina facility through November, then travel to Texas for final installation and startup.

The role requires strong KAREL programming, TP scripting, and the ability to work across controls engineers, PLC programmers, and manufacturing teams on site.

Qualifications

5+ years of FANUC robot programming experience in industrial automation.
Strong experience programming with FANUC KAREL.
Experience with FANUC Teach Pendant programming.
Willingness to travel and work onsite at client sites in SC and TX.

Responsibilities

Develop and modify FANUC robot programs using Teach Pendant (TP) and KAREL.
Design and implement custom KAREL applications to extend robot functionality.
Program robotic applications from concept through startup and commissioning.
Integrate robots with PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, barcode scanners, and RFID readers.
Configure and troubleshoot robot communications (EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, PROFINET, Serial).
Support startup, commissioning, debugging, and optimization at customer sites.
Document programming changes and commissioning activities.

Skills

FANUC robot programming

KAREL programming

Teach Pendant (TP) programming

Travel readiness

Tools

ROBOGUIDE

FANUC iRVision

Job description

Location: South Carolina (Through November 2026) → Texas (December 2026 Installation)
Job Type: Contract | Travel Required

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced FANUC Robot Programmer / Developer with strong KAREL programming experience to support the development, integration, and installation of advanced robotic automation systems. This position will begin at our South Carolina facility through November, where the successful candidate will develop and test robotic applications before traveling to Texas in December for final installation, startup, and commissioning.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex automation challenges, developing custom robot functionality, and working alongside controls engineers, PLC programmers, and manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

Develop and modify FANUC robot programs using both Teach Pendant (TP) and KAREL programming
Design and implement custom KAREL applications to extend robot functionality beyond standard TP capabilities
Program complete robotic applications from concept through production startup
Integrate robots with PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, barcode scanners, RFID readers, and other industrial peripherals
Configure and troubleshoot robot communications using protocols such as:
- EtherNet/IP
- TCP/IP
- PROFINET
- Serial Communications
Support robot startup, commissioning, debugging, and production optimization
Diagnose and resolve software, communication, and hardware issues during integration
Collaborate with controls engineers, project managers, and customers throughout project execution
Document programming changes, software revisions, and commissioning activities
Travel to customer sites for installation and production support

Required Qualifications

5+ years of FANUC robot programming experience in industrial automation
Strong experience programming with FANUC KAREL
Experience with FANUC Teach Pendant (TP) programming
Ability to develop robot applications from the ground up rather than modifying existing code
Experience integrating robots with PLC-controlled manufacturing systems
Strong understanding of industrial networking and communications
Experience troubleshooting robotic cells during startup and production
Ability to read electrical drawings and robot layouts
Willingness to travel and work onsite in South Carolina and Texas

Preferred Experience