CoOp Project Engineer Commissioning

Co-Op
- Project Engineer, Commissioning

Term:
Spring (Jan-May 2027)

At Symbotic, early career talent plays a meaningful role in helping us reimagine the future of supply chain automation. Through our Internship and Co-op programs, students have the opportunity to contribute to real projects, collaborate with experienced engineers and business leaders, and gain hands-on exposure to the technologies powering our end-to-end robotics and automation solutions. We are looking for curious, motivated students who are excited to solve complex problems, bring new perspectives to cross‑functional teams, and see their work make an impact in a fast‑moving, innovative environment.

Along the way, Interns and Co‑ops are supported through mentorship, professional development, networking opportunities, and a robust calendar of events designed to help them build community and grow their careers. Symbotic offers transportation and housing benefits for students who meet our relocation requirements.

Continue reading below to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Symbotic is seeking for a Co‑Op to join our Commissioning Services team within our engineering organization. Your job will be to support the planning, preparation, and testing activities that help validate robotic automation systems at ITC before deployment.

The Commissioning Services team helps prepare robotic systems for successful deployment through system integration, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and continuous improvement. The team collaborates with engineering, software, project management, and technical partners to verify system functionality and support reliable project execution.

• Support the development and maintenance of commissioning plans, test plans, checklists, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with system and equipment testing at ITC to verify functionality, performance, and readiness.
• Document test results, open issues, observations, and follow‑up actions in team tracking tools.
• Partner with commissioning engineers and cross‑functional teams to investigate test failures and resolve technical issues.
• Help review engineering information and project requirements to identify commissioning and testing needs.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts by organizing lessons learned, updating documentation, and recommending practical improvements.
• Participate in team meetings, design reviews, and planning sessions to gain exposure to the commissioning lifecycle.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Foundational understanding of engineering principles, system testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation.
• Interest in robotics, industrial automation, controls, or electromechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret technical information such as plans, diagrams, specifications, or test procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document work clearly and accurately.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a hands‑on, cross‑functional engineering environment.
• Experience with PLCs, industrial networks, Jira, or similar engineering tools through coursework or projects is preferred.

• Employees must have a valid driver's license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client locations and company HQ.
• Employees may be required to use a personal credit card for business travel expenses, which are reimbursed based on the program guidelines. Eligible employees may receive a corporate credit card based on role and travel requirements, but a personal credit card may be needed during onboarding until the corporate card is issued.

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The base range for this position in the posted location is $29.00 - $37.95 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.