Mr. Jae-Eun Kim, CEO of QNT, has been leading the development of industrial robots and automation systems since 1997, beginning his career at Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd., Engine & Machinery Division. His expertise spans 6-axis articulated robots, Cartesian robots, gantry robots, robotic hands, multi-axis carriages, and handling & welding automation systems.

He has spearheaded the development of intelligent welding integrated management systems for Hyundai Motor Company and more than 20 automotive parts suppliers, as well as AI-based robot monitoring systems for major global robot manufacturers including Universal Robots, Yaskawa Electric, Kawasaki Robotics, and Hyundai Robotics. His work also includes the implementation of robot and equipment efficiency optimization management systems for Osstem Implant, and most recently, the establishment of a predictive maintenance system for robot automation processes at Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Georgia, USA.

With nearly 30 years of experience, Mr. Kim is regarded as one of Korea’s most veteran and respected experts in industrial robotics and automated manufacturing processes.

In addition to his industrial achievements, he has served as an advisor and professor for both domestic and international academic institutions and organizations in the field of robotics.

As of 2026, he possesses a rare combination of deep domain knowledge in robotics engineering, software engineering, and automation processes, integrated with advanced artificial intelligence technologies accumulated through decades of hands-on experience. He is widely recognized as one of Korea’s leading experts in industrial automation and software engineering.

All QNT solutions are built on close communication with workers and managers on the manufacturing floor.
Based on deep domain knowledge and hands-on expertise in automated manufacturing processes, QNT focuses on robot diagnostics, one of the most critical operational roles within automation workflows, to deliver highly optimized diagnostic solutions.

In recognition of this technological excellence, QNT was recently awarded the Outstanding Company Award by NIPA in 2025.

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