Laszlo Balogh - Robot Programmer

Q: Where is Laszlo based?

Laszlo is based in Linz, Austria .

Q: What languages does Laszlo speak?

Laszlo speaks the following languages: German (Native), Romanian (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), Hungarian (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Laszlo have?

Laszlo has at least 40 years of experience. During this time, Laszlo has worked in at least 21 different roles and for 18 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months . Note that Laszlo may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Laszlo's latest experience?

Laszlo's most recent position is Robot Programmer at Firma Zeman .

Q: What companies has Laszlo worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Laszlo has worked for Firma Zeman , Audi AG , MAN , and Self-employed .

Q: Which industries is Laszlo most experienced in?

Laszlo is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Metals and Mining . Laszlo also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense and Food and Beverage .

Q: Which business areas is Laszlo most experienced in?

Laszlo is most experienced in business areas like Production/Manufacturing , Operations , and Product Development . Laszlo also has some experience in Quality Assurance (QA) , Project Management , and Logistics .

Q: Which industries has Laszlo worked in recently?

Laszlo has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Laszlo worked in recently?

Laszlo has recently worked in business areas like Production/Manufacturing , Product Development , and Operations .

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Linz, Austria

Experience

Feb 2023 - Present

3 years 2 months

Scheifling, Austria

Robot Programmer

Firma Zeman

ABB IRC5 robots.
Commissioning, programming, and optimization of welding processes.
Use of Fronius and Lincoln Electric welding equipment.

Oct 2022 - Feb 2023

5 months

Neckarsulm, Germany

Robot Programmer for Audi A5 and A7

Audi AG

Robot programming for Audi A5 and A7 in the body shop based on ABB IRC5.
Work following the VASS standard.
Inner side processing.
Cycle time optimization.
Carried out on behalf of TMS.

Jul 2022 - Oct 2022

4 months

Neckarsulm, Germany

Robot Programmer for Audi A5 and A7

Audi AG

Commissioning and programming of KUKA VKRC4 robots in the body shop for Audi A5 and A7.
Work following the VASS standard, focusing on inner side and underbody.
Commissioning of spot welding and bonding applications.
Teaching, creating, and optimizing programs.
Team leadership.
Carried out on behalf of KUKA-Systems.

Mar 2019 - Dec 2021

2 years 10 months

Munich, Germany

Team Leader Robotics Bodyshop 2020

MAN

Leading the robotics team in the body shop (Bodyshop 2020) at MAN.
Use of ABB IRC5 robots following the VASS standard in the body shop.
Responsible for all applications as well as process and cycle time optimization.
Organization and project management.
Carried out on behalf of F.E.E and ARITEX.

Sep 2018 - Mar 2019

7 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Robot Programmer for Audi A3

Audi AG

Robot programming in the body shop for Audi A3 with FANUC robots following the VASS standard.
Processing of inner side, outer side, front, and tailgate.
Responsible for all applications as well as process and cycle time optimization.
Carried out on behalf of F.E.E GmbH.

Oct 2016 - Sep 2018

2 years

Neckarsulm, Germany

Robot Programmer Audi A6 and A7

Audi AG

ABB IRC5 robot programming in the body shop for the Audi A6 and A7 according to the VASS standard.
Working on inner side and underbody.
All applications as well as process and cycle time optimization.
Training of plant personnel.
ABB VASS standard certification 2016.

May 2016 - Oct 2016

6 months

Neckarsulm, Germany

Robot Programmer Audi A8

Audi AG

Programming KUKA VKRC4 robots in the body shop for the Audi A8.
Applications: gluing, riveting, screwing, spot welding, aluminum spot welding, friction spot riveting.
Process optimization for highly automated joining processes.

Sep 2014 - May 2016

1 year 9 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Robot Programmer Audi A4 Integration

Audi AG

Robot programming in the body shop for the Audi A4 and A5 with KUKA VKRC2 and VKRC4 robots.
Working on inner side and outer side.
Integration of a new model.
Process and cycle time optimization.

Jun 2013 - Aug 2014

1 year 3 months

Győr, Hungary

Robot Programmer Audi TT

Audi Hungaria Zrt.

Robot programming in the body shop for the Audi TT with FANUC and KUKA VKRC4 robots.
Areas: inner side, outer side, upper body, underbody.
Applications: gluing, resistance welding, riveting, clinching.
Process and cycle time optimization.

Apr 2012 - Jun 2013

1 year 3 months

Győr, Hungary

Robot Programmer Audi A3

Audi Hungaria Zrt.

Robot programming for the Audi A3 with FANUC and KUKA VKRC4 robots.
Gluing applications, resistance welding, riveting, clinching.
Process and cycle time optimization.

Mar 2012 - Jul 2012

5 months

Turkey

Robot Programmer Ford Transit

Ford Otosan

ABB IRC5 robot programming in the body shop for Ford Transit.
Process and cycle time optimization.
Commissioning and automation of a plasma cutting system.

Jan 2012 - Present

14 years 3 months

Robot Programmer

Self-employed

Self-employed since 2012 as a robot programmer in the automotive industry.
Projects for F.E.E GmbH, VESCON GmbH, ARITEX, and KUKA-Systems.
Many years of experience with industrial robots (ABB, KUKA, FANUC), including commissioning, teaching, program development and optimization, as well as team leadership.

May 2011 - Mar 2012

11 months

Kecskemét, Hungary

Robot Programmer B-Class

Mercedes-Benz Hungary

Robot programming in the body shop for the B-Class with KUKA KRC1 and KRC2 robots.
Commissioning and handling.
Resistance welding and adhesive applications.
Training of plant personnel.
Documentation and process and cycle time optimization.
Carried out as part of the employment at TMS Linz.

Dec 2010 - May 2011

6 months

Wörth am Rhein, Germany

Robot Programmer Actros

Daimler Trucks

Robot programming in the body shop for Actros with KUKA KRC4 robots.
Commissioning and handling.
Resistance welding.
Process and cycle time optimization.
Carried out as part of the employment at TMS Linz.

May 2010 - Dec 2010

8 months

Linz, Austria

Robot Programmer Powertrain GM

TMS Linz

ABB IRC5 robot programming for special machines in the powertrain area.
Development and standardization of robot cells.
Robotization of cleaning and deburring systems for powertrain components.

Jul 2009 - May 2010

11 months

Gothenburg, Sweden

Robot Programmer Volvo S60

Volvo Cars Sweden

ABB SC4 Plus and IRC5 robot programming for Volvo S60.
Underbody and body areas.
Commissioning, handling, resistance welding, gluing, stud welding.
Process and cycle time optimization.
Executed as part of employment with TMS Linz.

Feb 2009 - Jul 2009

6 months

Linz, Austria

Robot Programmer Powertrain

Valiant TMS

ABB IRC5 special machine programming in the powertrain area.
Development and standardization of robot cells.
Robotization of cleaning and deburring systems for powertrain components.

Nov 2008 - Feb 2009

4 months

Zaragoza, Spain

Robot Programmer Opel Meriva

GM

ABB SC4 Plus robot programming in bodyshop for Opel Meriva.
Underbody handling, resistance welding, stud welding.
Process optimization.
Executed as part of employment with TMS Linz.

Oct 2008 - Mar 2012

3 years 6 months

Linz, Austria

Robot Programmer Technical Employee

TMS Linz

Employed as robot programmer and technical employee.
Carried out numerous automotive projects domestically and abroad for various OEMs.
Focus areas: commissioning, handling, welding and bonding applications, process and cycle time optimization.

Apr 1999 - Oct 2008

9 years 7 months

Linz, Austria

Mechatronics Technician

Voest Alpine Europlatinen GmbH

Mechatronics technician and machine operator for CO2 laser welding systems.
Responsible for ABB SC4 Plus robots (program optimization, cycle time).
Training during rebuilds or automations.
Optimization and parameterization of laser welding processes.
Maintenance and repair of robots and laser welding systems.

Jan 1997 - Apr 1999

2 years 4 months

Enns, Austria

Mechatronics technician

Optima Fenster GmbH

Mechatronics technician in maintenance.
Repair and maintenance of plastic welding systems and machining centers.

Mar 1992 - Dec 1997

5 years 10 months

Enns, Austria

Mechatronics technician

Eisenbeiss GmbH

Mechatronics technician in maintenance.
Repair and maintenance of metalworking machines.

Aug 1990 - Mar 1992

1 year 8 months

Linz, Austria

Logistics

Milchhoff Linz

Logistics activities in a food production facility.

Feb 1987 - Mar 1990

3 years 2 months

Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Mechatronics technician

Elektrometal

Mechatronics technician in maintenance.
Repair and maintenance of metalworking machines.

Sep 1985 - Jul 1987

1 year 11 months

Ploiești, Romania

Basic military service

Grundwehrdienst

Completion of basic military service in Romania.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Manufacturing (27 years), Automotive (17.5 years), Metals and Mining (9.5 years), Aerospace and Defense (2 years), and Food and Beverage (1.5 years).

Manufacturing

Automotive

Metals and Mining

Aerospace and Defense

Food and Beverage

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Production (27 years), Operations (25.5 years), Product Development (15 years), Quality Assurance (9.5 years), Project Management (3 years), and Logistics (1.5 years).

Production

Operations

Product Development

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Logistics

Summary

Many years of experience in the automotive industry with industrial robots like ABB, KUKA, FANUC, commissioning, teaching, creating and optimizing programs, team leadership.

Self-employed since 2012.

Languages

German

Native

Romanian

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Advanced

Hungarian

Intermediate

Education

Sep 1980 - Jun 1985

Liceul Energetic

Electrotechnician with high school diploma · Electrical Engineering · Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Sep 1973 - Jun 1980

Sc.Gen 19

General university entrance qualification · Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Certifications & licenses

ABB VASS Standard Certification

ABB

KUKA KRC4 Robot Training

Kuka-College Gersthofen

Programming Basics 3 Advanced Instruction Set ABB IRC5

ABB Vienna

Advanced Programming ABB S4 Plus

ABB Vienna

ABB Basic Programming Course S4

ABB Vienna

Training as Safety Representative

Wifi Linz

Pneumatics Course

Linz

Hydraulics Course

Dorninger in Linz

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Created

December 2025

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Where is Laszlo based?

Laszlo is based in Linz, Austria.

What languages does Laszlo speak?

Laszlo speaks the following languages: German (Native), Romanian (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), Hungarian (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Laszlo have?

Laszlo has at least 40 years of experience. During this time, Laszlo has worked in at least 21 different roles and for 18 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months. Note that Laszlo may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Laszlo be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Laszlo would be well-suited for roles such as: Robot Programmer, Robot Programmer for Audi A5 and A7, Team Leader Robotics Bodyshop 2020.

What is Laszlo's latest experience?

Laszlo's most recent position is Robot Programmer at Firma Zeman.

What companies has Laszlo worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Laszlo has worked for Firma Zeman, Audi AG, MAN, and Self-employed.

Which industries is Laszlo most experienced in?

Laszlo is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Metals and Mining. Laszlo also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense and Food and Beverage.

Which business areas is Laszlo most experienced in?

Laszlo is most experienced in business areas like Production/Manufacturing, Operations, and Product Development. Laszlo also has some experience in Quality Assurance (QA), Project Management, and Logistics.

Which industries has Laszlo worked in recently?

Laszlo has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Laszlo worked in recently?

Laszlo has recently worked in business areas like Production/Manufacturing, Product Development, and Operations.

What is Laszlo's education?

Laszlo attended Liceul Energetic for Electrical Engineering.

Does Laszlo have any certificates?

Laszlo has 8 certificates. Among them, these include: ABB VASS Standard Certification, KUKA KRC4 Robot Training, and Programming Basics 3 Advanced Instruction Set ABB IRC5.

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