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3rd Shift Engineering Technician

Communications Test Design Inc · Fort Worth, TX, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

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.

3rd Shift: Sunday 8:15PM - 5:30AM, Monday-Thursday 11:45PM - 5:30AM

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's degree 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

Apply today to join our dynamic team! CTDI offers an excellent compensation and benefits package and has been a growing leader in the telecommunications field for over 40 years. Come put our successful history behind your career!

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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