Robotics Engineer at CTDI in West Chester, PA
- Company: CTDI
- Location: West Chester, PA
- Posted: Sep 17, 2026
- Type: Full-Time
- Experience: 3+ years
Overview
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 …
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.
- Robotics Engineer
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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.
- United States (Required)
- Must be 18 years of age
- This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship.
- 0-3 years of professional experience in robotics, automation, or electromechanical systems.
Benefits
- 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
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Tuition reimbursement