Site Engineer

Symbotic LLC; Bethlehem (Northampton County); Sur place; USD 71 000 - 98 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical • Dental • Vision

401K

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Symbotic is seeking an on‑site Site Engineer in Bethlehem, PA to lead maintenance of automated material handling systems. You will diagnose PLCs, VFDs, motors, sensors, and related equipment, performing preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.

You’ll document findings in Maximo and support on‑the‑floor teams, serving as a technical escalation point and ensuring OSHA and safety standards are followed. Strong hands‑on automation experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent hands‑on experience in electrical/automation fields.
• Minimum 1 year with PLCs (prefer Allen‑Bradley) for diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Minimum 1 year with VFDs and speed/torque drive issues.
• Minimum 1 year experience with AC/DC motors and automated conveyors/AS/RS equipment.
• Experience with diagnostics using data logs, alarms, and system dashboards.
• Familiarity with CMMS tools and on‑site maintenance collaboration.

Responsabilités

• Monitor and maintain health of automated systems including conveyors, lifts, robotics, motors, sensors, and PLC equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and automation issues to minimize production downtime.
• Diagnose PLCs (Allen‑Bradley), VFDs, motors, sensors, and control hardware issues.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment.
• Review system data, alarms, logs, and dashboards to identify faults.
• Document repairs and findings in CMMS (e.g., Maximo) and internal tools.
• Serve as senior escalation point during system disruptions.
• Collaborate with on‑site teams to stabilize performance and uptime.
• Provide guidance to technicians and operators on technical tasks.
• Support critical on‑site functions to maintain operation continuity.
• Ensure OSHA, LOTO, electrical safety, and Symbotic safety standards.

Connaissances

PLC diagnostics

VFD diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Hands‑on experience acceptable in lieu of degree

Outils

Allen‑Bradley PLCs

Maximo CMMS

SQL

Python

Linux

Description du poste

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 do

The Site Engineer is part of the Customer Operations organization which is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of Symbotic’s robotic material handling system. The Customer Operations organization drives operational excellence by engaging and partnering with our onsite customers to drive best-in-class quality, safety and system performance.

What you’ll do

• Monitor and maintain the health of automated systems including conveyors, lifts, robotic vehicles, motors, sensors, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Perform advanced electrical, mechanical, and automation troubleshooting to resolve production-impacting issues.
• Diagnose failures across PLCs (Allen-Bradley), VFDs, AC/DC motors, servo motors, sensors, and control hardware.
• Support and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities on automated equipment.
• Utilize system data, alarms, logs, and dashboards to identify fault conditions and recurring issues.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and findings using CMMS systems (e.g., Maximo) and internal tools.
• Act as a senior technical escalation point during system disruptions or downtime events.
• Partner with on-site maintenance, operations, and technical teams to restore and stabilize system performance.
• Provide technical guidance and on-the-job support to maintenance technicians and operators.
• Step in to support critical on-site technical functions as needed to maintain operational continuity.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, LOTO, electrical safety, and Symbotic safety standards.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of hands‑on experience with PLCs, preferably Allen‑Bradley, focused on diagnostics and troubleshooting (not heavy programming).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with VFDs, including diagnosing speed, torque, and drive‑related issues.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with AC and DC motors.
• Hands‑on experience with automated systems such as conveyor systems, conveyor belts, vertical lifts, and motor‑driven equipment.
• Experience supporting autonomous or semi‑autonomous systems, including conveyors, lifts, AS/RS, robotics, servo motors, or 480V systems.
• Working knowledge of SQL, Python, and Linux for diagnostics, log review, and system interaction.
• Strong hands‑on experience assembling, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting robotics and electro‑mechanical systems.
• Prior experience in maintenance engineering, automation maintenance, or lead maintenance technician roles preferred.

Our Environment

Work is performed in an active industrial environment with high levels of automation. Ability to work at heights of up to 45 feet and within confined spaces. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Exposure to varying temperatures and production conditions. Must comply with all PPE, LOTO, fall protection, and electrical safety requirements. Ability to work flexible hours, including off‑shifts, as needed to support system uptime and recovery. Valid driver’s license required.

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.

The base range for this position in the posted location is $71,000.00 - $97,900.00 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.