Sr Robotics Engineer, AMR

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.

Sr Robotics Engineer is responsible for leading the development, integration, and deployment of Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) systems in industrial and warehouse environments. This role owns key technical initiatives and delivers production-ready autonomy software across robot design, navigation, localization, motion control, fleet management, and system integration. Partners cross-functionally with Mechanical and Controls Engineering to support system design and develop PLC-based automation solutions, including conveyors, robotics, and vision systems, as extensions of the base vehicle platform.

• →Architect, integrate, and deploy robotic automated solutions
• →Review existing robotic system performance; troubleshoot issues and implement improvements
• →Conduct research and analyze design specifications to evaluate feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements
• →Select appropriate robotic components based on application requirements
• →Gather, define, and document system requirements, including hardware and software dependencies
• →Communicate requirements effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors
• →Manage hardware and software milestones to ensure successful deployment of automation solutions
• →Collaborate with coworkers, customers, and various levels of management to deliver solutions
• →All other duties as assigned

• →Lead development of autonomy software, including navigation, localization, mapping, and motion control for mobile robots
• →Design and implement advanced algorithms such as SLAM, path planning, and obstacle avoidance
• →Develop and maintain fleet management systems for multi-robot coordination
• →Build and integrate low latency, near real-time software interfacing with vehicle controls and safety systems
• →Interface Autonomy software with servo drives, motion controllers, and advanced sensor systems (LiDAR, cameras, IMUs)
• →Participate in mechanical design to review hardware setup, component layout, and parts selection for optimal robot driving performance
• →Contribute to next-generation robotic platforms and autonomy capabilities
• →Support on-site deployment, commissioning, and advanced troubleshooting of robotic systems
• →Learn, work with, and contribute to PLC Structured Text (ST) codebases and controls configurations

• 5-7+ years of industry experience in developing and deploying autonomous robotic systems
• Hands-on experience with robotic arms and mobile robots, including mechanics, coding and troubleshooting
• Basic knowledge & ability to read mechanical & electrical drawings
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work as an individual as well as in a Team environment
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Access, and Project)

• Experience with industrial robotics
• Strong proficiency in .NET/C#, Python, C/C++
• Experience with Linux, ROS, and Navigation Algorithms

• M.S. degree in Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical discipline
• Understanding / Experience of Warehouse processes such as inventory management, Order fulfillment, receiving etc. preferred
• SQL experience
• Experience with PLCs (Beckhoff preferred), Structured Text programming
• Understanding of control systems and MHE

• B.S. degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

• Standard office environment
• Warehouse environment
• Engineering/manufacturing lab environment
• Travel within US or abroad (up to 10-20%)

• 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!

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