Precision Robotic Welding Programmer

RK Industries; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 84,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Industries in Aurora, CO is seeking a Robotic Welding Programmer to program, configure, and optimize robotic welding systems for high-quality, safe production.

Responsibilities include developing weld paths, setting up cells for launches, troubleshooting programming and welding issues, and supporting maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives. Strong hands-on robotics and welding experience required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years of robotic welding programming experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with MIG (GMAW) and/or TIG (GTAW) welding processes.
• Experience programming one or more robotic platforms.
• Knowledge of robotic welding power sources.
• Strong understanding of robotic programming principles and motion optimization.
• Knowledge of welding metallurgy and welding procedures.
• Ability to troubleshoot robot hardware, software, sensors, and welding equipment.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and GD&T.
• Experience with offline programming software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program and optimize robotic welding systems for new and existing products.
• Create, modify, and troubleshoot robot programs using teach pendants and offline programming software where applicable.
• Develop weld paths, torch angles, travel speeds, and welding parameters to ensure quality and productivity.
• Set up robotic welding cells for new product launches and engineering changes.
• Troubleshoot robot programming, welding quality, and equipment issues.
• Optimize cycle times while maintaining safety and product quality.
• Perform robot backups, software updates, and program documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering to design fixtures and improve manufacturability.
• Support preventive maintenance and equipment calibration activities.
• Analyze weld quality and implement corrective actions for defects.
• Train operators and technicians on proper robot operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, weld symbols, and specifications.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and customer requirements.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Robotic welding programming

MIG welding

TIG welding

Robot programming platforms

Welding power sources

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Motion optimization

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in robotics, welding, manufacturing, or related field

Tools

Offline programming software

Job description

RK Industries in Aurora, CO is seeking a Robotic Welding Programmer to program, configure, and optimize robotic welding systems for high-quality, safe production.

Responsibilities include developing weld paths, setting up cells for launches, troubleshooting programming and welding issues, and supporting maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives. Strong hands-on robotics and welding experience required.