2nd Shift Engineering Technician, Automation

About the role

CTDI is a large-scale Engineering, Repair, and Logistics company servicing the country’s largest wireless telecommunications providers, as well as the largest High-speed Internet & Cable providers. With over 11,000 full-time US employees across more than 60 world-class US operations and a global footprint of over 20,000 employees, this role involves working with cutting-edge Cable TV (CATV) head-end equipment and set-top box technology. The position is ideal for a high-energy, quick learner who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

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

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 and script Mecademic robots for high-accuracy handling of sensitive electronics (e.g., USB/HDMI insertion).
• Design and maintain EtherCAT network topologies to synchronize robots, sensors, and machine vision.
• Utilize TwinCAT libraries to connect machine controllers directly with CTDI’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) for real-time data logging.
• Perform deep-dive diagnostics on electro-mechanical systems to identify root causes for latency or precision drift.
• Reduce cycle times and improve first-pass yield on "Multi-Unit Testers" through path optimization and code efficiency.

Requirements

• B.S. in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field (Associate Degree considered with relevant experience).
• 2+ years of experience with TwinCAT 3, with a strong command of Structured Text (ST) and Motion Control libraries.
• Proficiency in RAPID programming and offline programming/reach studies in RobotStudio.
• Experience with small-form-factor robotics (Mecademic) or high-precision Cartesian systems.
• Hands-on experience with EtherCAT, TCP/IP, and potentially TwinCAT IoT/MQTT.
• Familiarity with C# / .NET (for middle-layer interfaces) and version control (Git).
• Internship or project experience with test engineering.

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.

Benefits

• Weekly pay every Thursday.
• Monthly incentive bonus.
• Positive, team-oriented, inclusive workplace.
• Health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Work Authorization: United States (Required). Must be 18 years of age.