System Engineer

Overview

Symbotic is an automation technology leader that transforms warehouse operations using an A.I.

-powered robotic and software platform. The System Engineer will support the day‑to‑day reliability, availability, and performance of our automated warehouse systems in a live production environment.

• 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.
• Support critical on‑site technical functions as needed to maintain operational continuity.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, LOTO, electrical safety, and Symbotic safety standards.

• 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.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with VFDs, including diagnosing speed, torque, and drive‑related issues.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience 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.
• Prior experience in maintenance engineering, automation maintenance, or lead maintenance technician roles preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Work is performed in a highly automated industrial environment with exposure to heights up to 45 feet, confined spaces, variable temperatures, and production conditions. The role requires lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and working flexible hours, including off‑shifts, as needed.

The base range for this position is $71,000.00 – $97,900.00. Compensation includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), PTO, and other benefits.

Symbotic is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.