Senior Mechanical Engineer

Symbotic; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 171,600; Full time

Job summary

Symbotic is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Strategic Projects team within the Core Hardware Org. You will contribute to the entire product lifecycle from concept to commercialization of automated systems.

You will lead complex structural designs for mobile robots, perform FEA and tolerance analysis, and collaborate with electrical, software, controls, manufacturing and QA teams to ensure integration and success. Travel up to 20% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong foundation in mechanical design principles and electromechanical systems.
• Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks) and FEA tools (SolidWorks Simulation or Ansys).
• Experience selecting and integrating motors, sensors, and actuators.
• Experience with machining, casting, sheet metal, plastics.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of complex structural systems for mobile robots.
• Perform analysis and optimization to balance performance, cost and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, controls, manufacturing and quality teams.
• Identify and troubleshoot design challenges and drive continuous improvement.
• Create dimensional drawings per ANSI Y14.5 with GD&T and manage BOMs/ECOs in PLM.
• Participate in prototyping, testing, and iteration of designs.
• Travel up to 20%.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Cross-functional work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Simulation

Ansys

Job description

Time type: full time
Posted on: July 22, 2026
Job requisition id: R5940

What we need

We are looking for a talented Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Strategic Projects team within our Core Engineering Org. In this role you will contribute to the entire product lifecycle, from concept to commercialization, of our cutting-edge automated systems. Your expertise in mechanical and structural systems design will be instrumental in developing reliable, efficient, and innovative solutions that bring a step change transformation in our systems.

What we do

The Strategic Projects Team is part of our Core Hardware Org and is a fast-growing team that specializes in innovation and new product development from concepts to commercialization. The products in focus are of strategic importance to the business.

What you’ll do

• Lead Design and Development: Conceptualize, design, and develop complex structural systems for our mobile robots.
• Analysis and Optimization: Perform analysis, including FEA and tolerance analysis, to optimize designs for performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with electrical, software, controls, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and product success.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and troubleshoot design challenges, implement effective solutions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Communication: Clearly communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Contribute to a collaborative team environment and a culture of learning.
• Hands-on Engineering: Actively participate in prototyping, building, testing, and iterating on designs.
• Documentation: Create clear and accurate dimensional drawings per ANSI Y14.5 standards with GD&T.Create and manage Bill of Materials (BOMs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) in PLM.
• Travel up to 20%.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant industry experience
• Strong foundation in mechanical design principles and hands-on experience with electromechanical systems.
• Solid experience in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred). Experience with FEA tools (SolidWorks Simulation or Ansys preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to select and integrate components such as motors, sensors, and actuators.
• Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes (machining, casting, sheet metal, plastics).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Passion for robotics, automation, and innovation.
• Experience in industrial robotics, automation, or material handling (preferred).
• Knowledge of PLM systems (preferred).
• Experience with design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) (preferred).
• Up to 20% 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 bi-weekly.

The base range for this position in the posted location is $125,000.00 - $171,600.00 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.