Charter Nicholson
Arab,AL
Summary
Total of 10 years in Robotics/Programming fields. HighSchool Robotics Pre Engineering Teacher. Robotics Instructor for Kuka Robotics and Basic Siemens HMI. Robotics Programmer. Automation/Controls Engineer for Nucor Steel Mill at the meltshop.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Automation Engineer
Nucor
05.2024 - Current
- In charge of integration of new programming in both Ladder Logic and Python for new HMI screens through Ignition
- Implementing new Robotics and Machine projects from ground up.
Controls Engineer - Contract
CerroWire
02.2024 - Current
Robotics/Computer Science Instructor
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Running a NASA House Team for First Robotics
- Teaching Basic Electronics
- Teaching Python Programming
- Computer Science and Cyber Security Courses
- Basic Machining Classes
- Developing SolidWorks Drawings for Robot Design
- Maintaining 3D Printer Farm.
MultiCraft Maintenance
Toyota Motors
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Logic Programming with ToyoPuc, Fanuc J18-J35, Mitsubishi PLC’s
- Basic Operation and Programming on Fanuc Robots
- Recovery of Fanuc Visual System
- Diagnosis and Repair of Electric Motors, and Various Drive Systems
- Maintenance of CNC, Lathes, and Honing Machines.
Assistant Robotics Manager/Instructor
Millennium Sys
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Taught Cell Operator classes on the Kuka KRC4 Robot and different Technologies( ServoGun, GripperTech, Kleben BMB3 Glue System)
- Taught Maintenance Level KRC4 and Technology packages (Servo, DT500, Kleben BMB3 Glue, ISRA Visualization Glue Seams, and ISRA InLine Measurement.)
- Operated as Production Support Engineer and main programmer on Mercedes Benz 167 Project for various applications
- Taught classes on Siemens HMI interface with KUKA KRC4 and PLC sequencing and how to read logic
- Creating Training Manuals for all classes taught
- Kuka Advanced Technologies and very knowledgeable on WorkVisual systems with Kuka
- Basic PLC, Siemens Step 7
- Kuka Robotics Language, Function Block, Ladder Logic, and Statement List Logic
- Performed Graco/PCF Integration to KRC2 system at Kia for UnderBody Sealer as Lead Engineer for the Robotics installation and integration
- Fanuc Programming experience with Nordstrom Glue systems and Eckold Joining Technologies.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Tech
US Army
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Provided IED and IDF response to the entire Shekhabad Province of Afghanistan
- In charge of maintenance and use of all EOD tools
- Provided security for team leader and junior team member
- Assistance of over 20 IED defeat, Post Blast Analysis, and Reconnaissance
- Maintenance of multi-million dollars’ worth of equipment to include: Talon Robot, Pacbot 310, 410 and FasTac operating systems, JERRV vehicle, EOD 9&8 Bomb Suits and Helmet
- Collaborating with Security Forces and Foreign Nationals to secure areas
- Personally handled and presented forensic evidence which led to multiple convictions in Afghanistan Court Systems
- Delegation of Authority and Responsibility
- Personally Responsible for multiple items of Top Secret Nature
- Training of fellow Soldiers and Civilians in the use of Metal Detection equipment and the awareness of Explosives and procedures of Al Qaeda and the Taliban.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science - Programming
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL12.2025
Skills
- Python Programming
- C
- KRL programming
- Ladder Logic
- Function Block
- Statement List
- Management Experience
Personal Information
Title: Software developer/automation engineer
Timeline
Automation Engineer
Nucor
05.2024 - Current
Controls Engineer - Contract
CerroWire
02.2024 - Current
Robotics/Computer Science Instructor
01.2021 - 01.2023
MultiCraft Maintenance
Toyota Motors
01.2020 - 01.2021
Assistant Robotics Manager/Instructor
Millennium Sys
01.2016 - 01.2020
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Tech
US Army
01.2010 - 01.2018
Associate of Science - Computer Science - Programming
Calhoun Community College
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