Symbotic

Manager, Industrial Controls Engineering

USA Remote & Travel · Director

Sponsorship not specified$149k-$205kDetected 43 days ago

Machine LearningSupply ChainPerformance ManagementPLCMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringControlsLeadershipCommunicationSCADA

About the role

Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system - reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.
Reporting to the Director of Industrial Control Systems R&D, this role combines hands-on technical leadership with people management, project delivery accountability, and cross-functional collaboration.
Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world's largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies.

Directly manage a team of 6-8 PLC R&D Controls Engineers, providing day-to-day guidance and technical direction.
Own delivery of PLC software milestones across multiple projects and programs.
Lead prototyping, testing, validation, and documentation of new control system concepts and electrical designs.
Ensure high-quality, reliable, and maintainable PLC software design.
Drive adoption of AI assisted programming, simulation, Digital Twins, and automated testing.
Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex or high-impact issues.

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field.
Minimum of 7 years in industrial automation, controls engineering, and people management responsibility.
Hands-on expertise with Rockwell Automation PLC platforms, Motion Control, Safety PLC Systems, OT networking, and industrial communication protocols.
Experience with HMI/SCADA development, preferably Inductive Automation Ignition software.
Ability to balance hands-on technical work with people leadership responsibilities.
Up to 60% of travel may be required.
Up to 25% travel may be required for employees located in proximity to our HQ in Wilmington, MA.

The base range for this position in the posted location is $149,000.00 - $204,600.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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
Symbotic is seeking a Manager of Industrial Controls Engineering to lead a team of Controls Engineers
responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining PLC-based control software for industrial automation systems. Reporting to the Director of Industrial Control Systems R&D, this role combines hands-on technical leadership with people management, project delivery accountability, and cross-functional collaboration.
With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain.
responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining PLC-based control software for industrial automation systems.

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,

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