Paint Robot programmer

About the Role

OPmobility is seeking a full-time, R&D-based Paint Robot Programmer for their Pune Division.

Key Responsibilities

• Experience on offline robot programming using software’s: ABB Robostudio for ABB robot, Roboguide for Fanuc robot & DXQ3D.onsite for DURR for plastic bumpers, tailgate parts painting.
• Changing and documenting software and programs.
• Create accurate 3D simulations to validate painting paths, cycle times, and robot reachability.
• Create offline programs including paint path creation, paint path optimization, paint process parameters optimization to achieve product quality.
• Knowledge of initial setup of path work, application parameters, carrier density, part orientation and any other parameters which affects processing of product.
• Knowledge of paint, paint application parameters, painted bumpers properties, paint booth parameters, conveyor parameters.
• Develop, test, and optimize offline programs for robotic painting applications.
• Proficient in both offline and online programming.
• Perform analysis and feasibility studies for new parts for robotic operations.
• Ability to manage projects without guidelines and provide solutions.
• Setting up and documenting painting parameters of the robots.
• Modifying software (robots, conveyor, pilot, 2K, HOT, etc.).
• Detecting and repairing robot defects (preventive and curative maintenance).
• Monitoring results of paint consumption.
• Instructing robot operators (if any) initially about their job.
• Maintaining and caring about all robot equipment.
• Initiating robot maintenance and repair in-house or by external sources.
• Collecting production data and input into relevant systems (SAP, SQP) when necessary.
• Participating in TPM process.
• Ensuring compliance with current work instructions, legislation, and safety instructions.
• Carrying out other work in accordance with directions.
• Preventing quality non-conformance and accidents by working with circumspection and wearing personal protective equipment.
• Taking decisions to prevent immediate hazards.
• Keeping the workplace clean and tidy.
• During the project phase, will realize robots path programming in cooperation with Sigmatech paint process engineers.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Industrial robotics (preferably paint robots), motion control, and automation in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of paint processes, application parameters, and quality standards in automotive or industrial painting is an advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, process documents, and equipment manuals.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, with attention to detail and safety.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams on the shop floor.
• Relevant technical diploma or degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; experience in robot programming or automation is highly beneficial.
• Preferred: Paint technologist, Surface coating technology, Bachelor of Paint, Electric/Electronic Engineer, Automation, etc.