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Robot Systems Integration

What they do:

Robot systems integrators design, configure, and implement intelligent robotic systems within automated production environments, driving innovation, efficiency, and digital transformation in modern industry.

Professionals in this field possess advanced knowledge of mechatronics, programming, industrial automation, and process analysis. They are responsible for the selection and installation of robots, writing and testing control programs, commissioning, and fine-tuning systems to ensure full functionality and compliance with safety and quality standards. This is a cutting-edge profession, where technology, precision, and innovation come together to shape the development of smart factories and the industry of the future.

Key skills:

  • Design, configuration, and integration of robotic systems
  • Programming and control of industrial robots
  • Troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of robotic equipment
  • Process analysis and optimisation
  • Knowledge of electronics, mechanics, safety, and data management

Education and training:

  • Degree: Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechatronics, Automation, or Robotics)
  • Certification: FANUC–Sanoma Italia certification in robotic programming 
    (recommended for aligning with industry standards and for participation in Skills Competitions and WorldSkills)

Career opportunities:

Technical and industrial sector:

  • Robot Programmer: development and optimisation of work cycles
  • Maintenance Technician: diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of robots
  • Automation Technician: integration of robots within production systems
  • Specialised Operator: management of robotic cells and automated systems

Manufacturing sector:

Career opportunities in leading industries such as:

  • Automotive
  • Packaging & Food
  • Electronics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Logistics and Material Handling

Consulting and design:

  • Application Engineer: development of customised robotic solutions
  • System Integrator: design and commissioning of complex industrial systems

Education and research:

  • Technical Trainer: in schools and training centres
  • Research and Development: at universities or within corporate innovation departments