Field Engineer

About this role

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 need  

Symbotic is seeking a Field Engineer to serve as a field leader within our Site Installations organization. This role   is responsible for   owning the safe, high-quality, on-schedule delivery of   Symbotic’s   automation installation scope on live customer sites, from mobilization through commissioning readiness. This is not a project coordination role — it is a field leadership role that requires hands-on execution, decision-making under pressure, and the ability to lead multi-discipline, multi-vendor teams in fast-paced construction and startup environments.  

What we do  

The Site Installation team   is responsible for   delivering   Symbotic’s   automation systems on customer sites — turning engineered designs into fully installed, commissioning-ready operations. The organization oversees the full on-site installation lifecycle, including automation equipment, adapter cells, electrical and controls integration, and coordination with structural, racking, and construction partners .    Working in close partnership with Project Management, Engineering, Safety, and Commissioning, the Site Installation team ensures that systems are installed safely, at high quality, on schedule, and within budget, setting each site up for a successful startup and long-term performance.  

What   you’ll   do  

• Lead the on-site execution of automation, controls, and adapter-cell installation from mobilization through commissioning readiness.  

• Drive safe, high-quality, on-schedule installation across electricians, controls technicians, commissioning resources, and third-party contractors.  

• Own cell-level readiness for handoff to commissioning with minimal rework and zero safety incidents.  

• Serve as the field authority for   Symbotic’s   automation installation scope on site.  

• Direct and influence multi-vendor, multi-discipline teams without formal reporting lines.  

• Make real-time decisions when conditions   change,   issues arise, or schedules are at risk.  

• Identify , escalate, and resolve installation-driven risks   impacting   schedule, quality, and cost.  

• Own the cost and schedule impact of field changes, rework, and resource tradeoffs within the automation scope.  

• Drive contractor performance, productivity, and accountability.  

• Validate system installation through hands-on field verification, checklists, and performance testing.  

• Ensure each adapter cell and automation area is commissioning-ready with defects resolved and documentation complete.  

• Capture lessons learned and   apply   them to future sites.  

• Partner closely with the Site Installation Manager, Project Management, Engineering, Safety, and Commissioning to ensure overall site success.  

• Lead automation-specific kickoff meetings, progress reviews, and recovery plans.  

What   you’ll   need  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline or related field required .       

• Minimum of 3   years   t rade experience in electrical installation, automation installation, industrial automation, robotics/ASRS, or large-scale capital equipment installations required .       

• Demonstrated site-level ownership of live installations that goes beyond participation or coordination  

• Experience leading electrical, controls, commissioning, and third-party installation teams  

• Strong ability to diagnose design vs. process vs. execution issues in the field  

• Proven ability to make decisions, hold teams accountable, and deliver under pressure  

• Strong communication   skills with engineers, project managers, customers, vendors,   contractors   and senior leadership  

Our Environment     

• Hybrid, travel-based position. Access to major airport preferred .      

• Travel is   required   up to 80% 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. Our   main office   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 .       

• The employee is responsible   to own   a credit card and   manage   expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis .       

• 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 without limitation Lock out tag out safety protocols and fall protection safety protocols .        

• Approximately 80% of   time   will be spent on a construction site with PPE   required   (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection (e.g., safety harness) .       

• There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure. You may   be required   to 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 .      

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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 wareh

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