Robotics Operations Control Engineer

Time type: Full time
Shift: Wednesday–Saturday, every other Wednesday, 5:00pm–5:00am

Step into the Control Room

At Symbotic, you’ll be the steady hand at the helm of our robotic material handling system. From a centralized system control center, you will track the pulse of automated adapters, vertical lifts, and autonomous robotic vehicles—spotting anomalies early, guiding resolution, and keeping performance on target.

Impact You’ll Make

• Continuously observe system health across automated adapters, vertical lifts, and robotic vehicles; act swiftly on trends and alerts.
• Diagnose complex operational and technical issues; lead hands-on troubleshooting to restore throughput and quality.
• Translate technical findings into clear actions for site teams and customers; ensure timely updates and expectations.
• Capture incidents and performance gaps; collaborate with engineering to drive root-cause fixes and permanent improvements.
• Coach and assist operators on end-to-end workflows (automation equipment, WMS, and associated IT touchpoints).
• Backfill critical Symbotic on-site roles when needed to stabilize operations.
• Partner closely with customers and internal/external stakeholders to align priorities and resolve escalations.
• Champion continuous improvement, standardization, and production-focused enhancements to the warehouse automation solution.
• Uphold daily safety commitments in line with OSHA, Symbotic, and customer procedures.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s in Electrical or Software Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years working with automated systems.
• Background and capacity to learn: PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), robots (ABB), and software such as SQL, Linux, Python.
• Proven, hands-on assembly, operation, and troubleshooting of robotics and electro-mechanical systems.
• Calm under pressure with agility in shifting priorities.
• Curiosity to master new equipment and a collaborative mindset.
• High sense of urgency and ownership.

Work Environment & Physical Expectations

• Valid driver’s license; ability to drive and/or fly to client and customer locations.
• Own a credit card and manage bi-weekly expense submissions for reimbursement to Symbotic.
• Frequent walking and reaching.
• Routinely work at heights up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches; regularly stand, climb/balance, and stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Comply with all safety requirements and protocols, including lockout/tagout and fall protection.
• Where sites are under construction or as required by safety rules, wear PPE: hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe footwear, eye/ear protection, and fall protection (e.g., safety harness).
• Expect steep stairs within the structure and frequent stair travel to navigate the automation system.
• Work near elevated railings.
• Work in conditions protected from weather but not necessarily temperature; operate comfortably between 105° and 32° F.

Compensation & Benefits

The base range for this position in the posted location is $71,000.00 – $97,900.00; actual base pay may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), PTO, and/or other benefits.

Core Troubleshooting Strengths

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• PLC Wiring Experience

Tools & Tech

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)