System Engineer

Summary

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. The System Engineer will support the reliability, availability, and performance of automated warehouse systems, focusing on troubleshooting and maintaining complex electro-mechanical and automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain the health of automated systems including conveyors, lifts, robotic vehicles, motors, sensors, and PLC-controlled equipment
• Perform advanced electrical, mechanical, and automation troubleshooting to resolve production-impacting issues
• Diagnose failures across PLCs (Allen-Bradley), VFDs, AC/DC motors, servo motors, sensors, and control hardware
• Support and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities on automated equipment
• Utilize system data, alarms, logs, and dashboards to identify fault conditions and recurring issues
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and findings using CMMS systems (e.g., Maximo) and internal tools
• Act as a senior technical escalation point during system disruptions or downtime events
• Partner with on-site maintenance, operations, and technical teams to restore and stabilize system performance
• Provide technical guidance and on-the-job support to maintenance technicians and operators
• Step in to support critical on-site technical functions as needed to maintain operational continuity
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, LOTO, electrical safety, and Symbotic safety standards

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience with PLCs, preferably Allen-Bradley, focused on diagnostics and troubleshooting (not heavy programming)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with VFDs, including diagnosing speed, torque, and drive-related issues
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with AC and DC motors
• Hands-on experience with automated systems such as conveyor systems, conveyor belts, vertical lifts, and motor-driven equipment
• Experience supporting autonomous or semi-autonomous systems, including conveyors, lifts, AS/RS, robotics, servo motors, or 480V systems
• Working knowledge of SQL, Python, and Linux for diagnostics, log review, and system interaction
• Strong hands-on experience assembling, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting robotics and electro-mechanical systems
• Valid driver's license required
• Prior experience in maintenance engineering, automation maintenance, or lead maintenance technician roles preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience with PLCs, preferably Allen-Bradley, focused on diagnostics and troubleshooting (not heavy programming)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with VFDs, including diagnosing speed, torque, and drive-related issues
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with AC and DC motors
• Hands-on experience with automated systems such as conveyor systems, conveyor belts, vertical lifts, and motor-driven equipment
• Experience supporting autonomous or semi-autonomous systems, including conveyors, lifts, AS/RS, robotics, servo motors, or 480V systems
• Working knowledge of SQL, Python, and Linux for diagnostics, log review, and system interaction
• Strong hands-on experience assembling, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting robotics and electro-mechanical systems
• Valid driver's license required

Nice to Haves

• Prior experience in maintenance engineering, automation maintenance, or lead maintenance technician roles preferred

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability
• 401K
• PTO