New Grad- System Reliability Test Engineer

Symbotic; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation technology firm is seeking a System Reliability Test Engineer to troubleshoot, repair, and validate automated robotic systems. This role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and involves significant travel. The engineer will maintain robotic vehicles and ensure optimal performance in various environments, ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, familiarity with pivot tables.
• Foundational knowledge of networking concepts like IP addresses and SSH.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair automated robotic systems.
• Perform inspections and maintenance on robotic vehicles and lifts.
• Support troubleshooting and calibration of PLCs and robotic arms.
• Assist with adjustments and repairs to maintain system performance.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Familiarity with pivot tables

Foundational knowledge of networking concepts

Ability to read technical resources

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

SQL

Jira

SharePoint

TestRail

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

System Reliability Test Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and validating Symbotic’s automated robotic systems. The automated robotics system includes Inbound and Outbound Adapter cells, Vertical Lifts, conveyors, and autonomous bots. You will become the system expert of Symbotic’s automation, including repair/replacement of all mechanical, electrical/electronic, and pneumatic sub-systems. Providing excellent service and support to Symbotic’s Commissioning, Testing, and Operations teams.

What you’ll do

• Perform inspections and assist with maintenance on automated storage and retrieval systems, robotic vehicles, and lifts.
• Support troubleshooting and calibration of PLCs, robotic arms, and related system components.
• Run basic SQL queries and utilize tools such as Jira, SharePoint, or TestRail to track issues and testing.
• Assist with adjustments, repairs, and component replacements to maintain system performance.
• Apply technical skills in utility work such as aligning sensors, attaching components, or light fabrication.

What you’ll need

• A bachelors degree in engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, familiarity with pivot tables.
• Foundational knowledge of networking concepts such as IP addresses, MAC addresses, pinging devices, and SSH.
• Ability to read and interpret technical resources such as CAD drawings, maintenance manuals, and user guides.

Our Environment

• Remote, field-based position.
• Travel is required up to 75% of the time. Employee 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 to own a credit card and manage expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.
• Our headquarters is in Wilmington, MA. The person taking this position will be required to perform work at our customer installation locations for extended periods of time where equipment is installed and ready for commissioning. (Commissioning Team)
• The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is routinely required to work at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches. to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must comply with all safety requirements and protocols, including Lock out tag out safety protocols and fall protection safety protocols.
• Approximately 75% of time will be spent on a construction site with PPE required (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection such as safety harness).
• There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure and you may routinely walk up and down stairs to navigate the automation structure.
• You will regularly be near railings that are high off the ground.
• Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit.

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.

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