2nd Shift Engineering Technician, Automation

CTDI; Haslet (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CTDI seeks a Robotics Automation Engineer to develop and optimize control software for modular robotic systems, including TwinCAT 3 ST and motion control libraries. You will program ABB arms with RAPID and RobotStudio, integrating Mecademic robots for precise electronics handling.

Responsibilities include designing EtherCAT networks, linking controllers to CTDI’s WMS for real-time logging, and diagnosing electro-mechanical issues to improve cycle times and yield.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Experience with test engineering or internships/projects in related areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize modular control code using Structured Text (ST) in TwinCAT 3.
• Program and simulate ABB industrial arms using RAPID and RobotStudio.
• Integrate Mecademic robots for high-precision handling of electronics.
• Design and maintain EtherCAT network topologies for robots, sensors, and machine vision.
• Connect machine controllers with CTDI’s Warehouse Management System for real-time data logging.
• Perform diagnostics on electro-mechanical systems to identify latency or precision issues.
• Work on reducing cycle times and improving first-pass yield through optimization.

Skills

TwinCAT 3

Structured Text

Motion Control

RAPID

RobotStudio

Mecademic

EtherCAT

TCP/IP

C#

.NET

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RobotStudio

TwinCAT 3 (Beckhoff)

Job description

CTDI is a large-scale Engineering, Repair, and Logistics company that services the country’s largest wireless telecommunications providers, as well as the largest High-speed Internet & Cable providers. CTDI has over 11,000 FT US Employees in over 60 world class US Operations. CTDI also has a global footprint with more than 20,000 employees worldwide.

This individual will be involved with cutting-edge Cable TV (CATV) head-end equipment and set top box technology. This individual should be a high-energy, quick learner who enjoys a hands-on, fast-paced work environment.

2nd Shift: 3:00PM - 11:30PM, Monday-Friday

Core Responsibilities

• PLC & Motion Control: Develop and optimize modular control code using Structured Text (ST) in TwinCAT 3.
• Robotic Programming:
  • Program and simulate ABB industrial arms using RAPID and RobotStudio.
  • Integrate and script Mecademic robots for high-accuracy handling of sensitive electronics (e.g., USB/HDMI insertion).
• System Architecture: Design and maintain EtherCAT network topologies to synchronize robots, sensors, and machine vision.
• Integration: Utilize TwinCAT libraries to connect machine controllers directly with CTDI’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) for real-time data logging.
• Troubleshooting: Perform deep-dive diagnostics on electro-mechanical systems, identifying root causes for latency or precision drift.
• Continuous Improvement: Reduce cycle times and improve first-pass yield on "Multi-Unit Testers" through path optimization and code efficiency.

Technical Requirements

• Education: B.S. in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• TwinCAT/Beckhoff: 2+ years of experience with TwinCAT 3, with a strong command of Structured Text (ST) and Motion Control libraries.
• ABB Ecosystem: Proficiency in RAPID programming and offline programming/reach studies in RobotStudio.
• Precision Robotics: Experience with small-form-factor robotics (Mecademic) or high-precision Cartesian systems.
• Communication Protocols: Hands-on experience with EtherCAT, TCP/IP, and potentially TwinCAT IoT/MQTT.
• Software Skills: Familiarity with C# / .NET (for middle-layer interfaces) and version control (Git).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the telecom or consumer electronics industry.
• Knowledge of Machine Vision integration (Cognex or Keyence) within a robotic cell.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams.
• Familiarity with ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) safety protocols for robotic end-effectors.

Required Experience

• Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field of Science (Bachelor'sdegree preferred)
• Internship or project experience with test engineering.

You will love working in our family-oriented company! When you join our family, you will enjoy perks such as:

• Weekly pay every Thursday
• Monthly Incentive Bonus
• Positive, team-oriented, inclusive workplace
• Health, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, & sick/personal time

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Authorization

• United States (Required)
• Must be 18 years of age

CTDI is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to every aspect of employment at CTDI, including recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, and termination.

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