Advanced Electrical Engineer

Who we are

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

What we need

We are looking for an Advanced Electrical Engineer to join our ICS Electrical Hardware team within our Engineering organization. Your job will be to support the design, manufacturing, installation, and continuous improvement of industrial control solutions across Symbotic systems. This role will contribute to new product development, support existing product configurations, and help deliver scalable, high-performing automation systems for customer sites.

What we do

The ICS Electrical Hardware Team is part of the Engineering organization which is responsible for designing and delivering advanced automation and warehouse control solutions that power Symbotic’s autonomous systems. The team supports electrical hardware development, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and ongoing production support while contributing to the design and deployment of new Symbotic products.

What you’ll do

• Work with the existing electrical team on new product development designs, existing product configurations, and obsolescence issues.

• Create and manage Bill of Materials (BOMs) and Engineering Change Management within Symbotic’s PLM system.

• Supervise junior engineers, drafters, and technicians to support the design, documentation, testing, and release of projects.

• Support production by investigating fabrication failures, technical issues, and field failures.

• Research and evaluate electro-mechanical components including cables, connectors, and sensors.

• Define protocols, write test plans, and conduct testing required to validate the safety and effectiveness of designs.

• Travel to customer sites to support new installations and system deployment activities.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or closely related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program, or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of Electrical Engineering experience in Industrial Control Systems, with Rockwell product experience preferred.

• Strong skills using AutoCAD and/or EPlan CAD software.

• Knowledge of industry standards including NFPA 70 (NEC), UL 508A, NFPA 79, ANSI/NECA 1, and ISO 12100.

• Experience with Bill of Material creation and Engineering Change Management processes.

• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, AS-i, and EtherCAT.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Our environment

• Up to 30% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.

• The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.

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About Symbotic

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.

We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be 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.