Samir Bhongade

About Samir Bhongade

Robotics & Automation Manager with 8–10 years of experience in industrial robotics, specializing in multi-brand robot programming, system integration, and end-to-end automation solutions.Hands-on expertise in ABB, KUKA, FANUC, Yaskawa, and Fuji robots, along with FANUC 3D vision and Mech-Mind AI-based vision systems for intelligent robotic applications.Experienced across the complete automation lifecycle — pre-sales, concept design, simulation, programming, execution, commissioning, and support.Involved in pre-sales and solution development, working with customers to understand product requirements, throughput, footprint, and challenges. Design complete robotic solutions including: • Cycle time & throughput calculation• Robot selection (payload & reach validation)• Layout design & simulation• Safety system designAlso support sales in technical proposals and costing.Strong experience in execution and delivery, including FAT, SAT, on-site commissioning, prove-out, and end-user training. Core Skills:• Multi-brand Robot Programming (ABB RAPID, KUKA KRL, FANUC TP, Yaskawa INFORM)• Simulation (RobotStudio, KUKA SimPro/WorkVisual, FANUC Roboguide, MotoSim)• PLC Integration (PROFINET, Ethernet/IP)• Vision Systems (FANUC 3D, Mech-Mind AI Vision)• Robot Cell Design & Optimization Safety & Compliance:• ISO 10218-2 implementation• Risk Assessment & SISTEMA evaluation• Safety Controller Programming (Banner, SICK)• Selection of safety components (light curtains, scanners, interlocks, gate switches) Operations & Support:• Service support for robotics issue resolution• Strong process adherence for safety, quality & execution• Training and knowledge transfer Stakeholder Management:• Collaboration with OEMs & suppliers (robots, sensors, safety)• Technical coordination, product selection & negotiationBasic knowledge of AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robots) and smart factory integration.Currently leading automation projects and teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high-performance robotic systems.

Experience

1. Manager-robotics

   Armstrong Dematic

   Aug 2024 — Present

   Leading end-to-end development and execution of robotic automation systemsManaging team for multi-brand robot programming and system integrationDesigning complete automation solutions including layout, cycle time, and robot selectionWorking closely with sales and customers during pre-sales and solution finalizationLeading FAT, SAT, commissioning, and system prove-out at customer sitesEnsuring implementation of safety standards (ISO 10218-2) and risk assessmentDriving process adherence for quality, safety, and execution excellence

Education

• GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, JALGAON.

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Instrumentation engineering

  2012 — 2016

Skills

• Windows
• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Training
• Matlab
• Microsoft Word
• Adobe Photoshop
• Team Leadership
• Engineering
• Teamwork
• Management
• Team Building
• Project Management
• C
• Microsoft Office
• Customer Service
• English
• Social Media
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint