2nd Shift Robotics Engineer

CTDI•Haslet, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

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.

Nice To Haves

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

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.