System Engineer

Symbotic LLC; Porterville (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 97,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Symbotic LLC in Porterville, California is looking for a System Engineer to support the reliability and performance of automated warehouse systems. This role involves hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance of complex electro-mechanical systems.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, along with experience in PLC diagnostics and automated systems. The position also offers a competitive compensation package and various benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with PLCs, especially Allen-Bradley.
• Experience with diagnosing issues in VFDs and AC/DC motors.
• Hands-on experience with automated systems like conveyors and lifts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain automated system health and performance.
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance on complex automation systems.
• Document maintenance activities and assist in restoring system performance.

Skills

PLC Diagnostics

Electrical Troubleshooting

Mechanical Troubleshooting

SQL

Python

Linux

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Maximo

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

About Symbotic

With its AI‑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.

About the Role

Symbotic is seeking a System Engineer to support the day‑to‑day reliability, availability, and performance of our automated warehouse systems in a live production environment. This role is hands‑on and operational, closely aligned with a Maintenance Engineer or Lead Automation Technician. The System Engineer focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining and stabilizing complex electro‑mechanical and automated systems to ensure safe, consistent system uptime. This role is not commissioning‑focused, not controls‑programming‑heavy, and not customer‑facing, but is centered on system health, equipment reliability and technical execution on site.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in maintenance engineering, automation maintenance, or lead maintenance technician roles.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

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.

Compensation & Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are 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.