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Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system - reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.\nWhat we need\nSymbotic is seeking for a Field Service Engineer to join our Micro-Fulfillment Operations team within our Customer Operations organization. Your job will be to support the performance, reliability, and availability of our automated micro-fulfillment and material handling systems in live customer environments.\nThis hands-on, customer-facing role requires strong electro-mechanical troubleshooting skills, operational awareness, and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues across robotic, conveyor, and automated equipment platforms. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of technical challenges, and partners effectively with customers and internal teams to maximize system uptime and operational performance.\nWhat we do\nThe Micro-Fulfillment Operations organization is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing Symbotic's automated fulfillment systems located within our customers' retail stores. Our team works directly in live operational environments to ensure systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while enabling customers to meet their fulfillment goals. Field Service Engineers serve as frontline technical experts, providing troubleshooting, maintenance, and operational support while collaborating closely with customers, operations teams, and engineering partners to drive continuous improvement and deliver an exceptional customer experience.\nWhat you'll do\nMonitor system performance, alarms, operational metrics, and reliability trends across assigned customer locations.\nAnalyze recurring issues and lead structured root cause investigations using methodologies such as 8D problem solving.\nServe as the primary technical escalation point and provide advanced troubleshooting support for complex equipment, PLC-controlled systems, robotics, conveyors, controls, software, and system performance issues.\nPartner with Hardware, Software, Systems Engineering, and Operations teams to identify and implement corrective actions and reliability improvements that increase system uptime and operational efficiency.\nSupport customer communications during significant operational events and system disruptions while maintaining professionalism in high-pressure situations.\nReview maintenance activities and system data, maintain technical documentation and reliability records, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.\nMentor technicians, support technical training, and assist with site launches, upgrades, process improvements, and network-wide operational initiatives while ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards and procedures.\nWhat you'll need\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field, or\nMinimum of 2 years of hands-on experience supporting automated systems in warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or material handling environments.\nAdvanced experience troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, conveyors, robotic systems, electro-mechanical equipment, electrical circuitry, control panels, motors, sensors, and automation hardware.\nExperience supporting live operational environments where equipment uptime directly impacts production or fulfillment operations.\nStrong understanding of preventive maintenance, breakdown response, equipment recovery procedures, CMMS systems, and maintenance documentation practices.\nProven ability to lead technical discussions and maintain professionalism in customer-facing and high-pressure operational situations.\nFamiliarity with lockout/tagout procedures, electrical safety practices, machine guarding, working at heights, and conveyor safety standards. OSHA, NFPA 70E, electrical safety, or vendor-specific automation certifications are a plus.\nOur Environment\nUp to 30-40% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver's license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client locations and company HQ.\nEmployees may be required to use a personal credit card for business travel expenses, which are reimbursed based on the program guidelines. Eligible employees may receive a corporate credit card based on role and travel requirements, but a personal credit card may be needed during onboarding until the corporate card is issued.\nAbout Symbotic\nSymbotic 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.\nWe 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.\nWe 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.\nThe base range for this position in the posted location is $69,000.00 - $101,200.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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