Robotics Engineer

CTDI; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay every Thursday

Monthly Incentive Bonus

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Job summary

CTDI is seeking an early-career engineer to design, integrate, and optimize automated robotic systems used in production and test environments. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy robotic solutions, troubleshoot issues, and improve reliability and throughput.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience with industrial robots, PLCs, sensors, and CAD tools, in a safety-conscious lab and production setting, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Foundational experience with robotic or automated systems.
• Hands-on experience with industrial robotic arms or automation equipment.
• Basic experience with PLCs, industrial controls, or automation software.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Exposure to sensors, actuators, vision systems, or embedded hardware integration.

Responsibilities

• Design and modify mechanical components using CAD to support robotic systems.
• Assist with integration and deployment of robotic solutions (arms, sensors, PLCs).
• Develop and debug PLC and PC-based control code.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software issues in robotic systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors on integration efforts.
• Document designs, procedures, test results, and system changes.
• Work in office and lab/warehouse environments following safety standards.

Skills

Robotics fundamentals

Hands-on robotics

C#, C++, Python familiarity

Analytical problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Robotics/Mechatronics/Mechanical Engineering

M.S. in Robotics or related field a plus

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Pro/Engineer

NX

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.

Responsible for supporting the design, development, integration, and continuous improvement of automated robotic systems used in production and test environments. This role is well suited for an early-career engineer with hands‑on experience in robotics, automation, and electromechanical systems who is looking to grow technical depth while contributing to real‑world production systems. The position works closely with cross-functional teams to design, integrate, troubleshoot, and optimize robotic automation solutions involving industrial robots, PLCs, sensors, and custom mechanical components.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, and modify mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software to support robotic automation systems.
• Assist with integration and deployment of robotic automated solutions, including industrial robotic arms, sensors, PLCs, and supporting hardware.
• Develop, debug, and maintain control and application code (PLC and PC-based) to support robotic system functionality and performance.
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and software issues in robotic and automation systems.
• Assist in evaluating system performance and implementing improvements to reliability, accuracy, and throughput.
• Design and fabricate basic fixtures, brackets, and tooling to support automated test or production solutions.
• Support integration of vision systems, sensors, pneumatics, and electric actuators into robotic systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to support hardware and software integration efforts.
• Contribute to documentation of designs, procedures, test results, and system changes.
• Work in both office and lab/warehouse environments while following established safety and engineering standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

• Foundational experience with robotic or automated systems, including mechanical, electrical, and software components.
• Hands‑on experience with industrial robotic arms or automation equipment (through professional experience or equivalent internships, co‑ops, academic, or project‑based experience).
• Basic experience with PLCs, industrial controls, or automation software (programming or debugging).
• Working knowledge of CAD software such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Pro/Engineer, or NX.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Exposure to sensors, actuators, vision systems, or embedded hardware integration.
• Basic troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C#, C++, Python, or similar.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with guidance from senior engineers.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 0-3 years of professional experience in robotics, automation, or electromechanical systems.

Educational Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field required.
• Master’s Degree in Robotics or a related field is a plus.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standard office environment.
• Engineering/manufacturing lab environment.

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 insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account

Work Authorization

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

This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship.

As part of our hiring process, we may use automated decision tools to assist in evaluating candidate qualifications, skills, and experience against job requirements. These tools are designed to support—not replace—human judgment. Final hiring decisions are made by our hiring team. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and regularly review our hiring processes, including automated tools, to support fairness and reduce the risk of unintended bias. You may request an alternative evaluation method or accommodation by contacting [e-mail] .

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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