Automation Design Engineer

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2 Locations
In-Office or Remote
Logistics • Robotics
Reinvent the Warehouse & Reimagine the Supply Chain®
The 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 

Greenbox Logistics is reimagining fulfillment through advanced automation, intelligent facility design, and a purpose-built middle-mile network. As an Automation Design Engineer, you’ll lead the charge in bridging innovation, implementation, and operational performance across our automation systems. In this role, you will act as Greenbox’s primary technical liaison with Symbotic, managing a critical partnership that underpins our automation strategy. You’ll oversee innovation workstreams that accelerate implementation timelines, reduce costs, and tailor Symbotic’s systems to Greenbox’s unique operational needs. From concept through deployment, you’ll lead the design, customization, and integration of automation solutions that support both new site launches and existing operations. 

 

What we do   
GreenBox is pioneering warehousing-as-a-service, offering outsourced warehousing operations and specializing in automated warehousing solutions. Our focus is on the efficient movement of goods in cases and pallets across all sectors, such as wholesale, retail, and general merchandising.     

 

*GreenBox is an independently managed joint venture between Symbotic and Softbank.   

 

What you’ll do 

  • Strategic Vendor Partnership 

  • Serve as Greenbox’s lead technical interface with Symbotic, managing day-to-day collaboration and long-term alignment. 

  • Influence Symbotic’s roadmap to support Greenbox-specific functionality and innovation priorities. 

  • Innovation & Optimization 

  • Lead workstreams focused on reducing cost and deployment time of new automation systems. 

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance system performance, scalability, and integration speed. 

  • Solution Design & Deployment 

  • Manage the planning, design, and implementation of Greenbox-specific system enhancements. 

  • Oversee end-to-end execution of all new automation deployments, ensuring alignment with operational goals and timelines. 

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration 

  • Partner with internal teams across operations, engineering, and construction to ensure seamless implementation and site readiness. 

  • Support the evolution of existing sites by managing upgrades, enhancements, and issue resolution tied to automation systems. 

 

What you’ll need 

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Systems Design, or related technical field. 

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in automation systems, industrial engineering, or technical program management—ideally within supply chain, logistics, or warehouse automation. 

  • Strong technical understanding of warehouse automation platforms (Symbotic experience a plus). 

  • Proven ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders and external vendor relationships. 

  • Track record of driving innovation, improving system efficiency, and delivering on time and budget. 

  • Strong project management and problem-solving skills. 

 

Our environment 

  • Up to 50% 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.  

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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 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. 

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The Company
HQ: Wilmington, MA
2,100 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

The Symbotic story began in 2007 with a bold vision: to solve real-world challenges in the supply chain. Since then, we have combined deep expertise in warehouse operations with breakthrough technology to transform how goods are moved.

Today, Symbotic delivers fully automated, end-to-end supply chain solutions for some of the world’s largest retailers and wholesalers. Our systems integrate advanced robotics and A.I. to address the complexity of modern distribution, helping customers achieve new levels of efficiency, speed, and flexibility.

At the core of our platform is intelligent software that orchestrates fleets of autonomous robots within a high-density structure. This reinvention of warehouse automation enables faster throughput, maximized storage capacity, and precise order accuracy—creating measurable value across the supply chain.

We leverage innovations drawn from fields such as self-driving vehicles, computer vision, data analytics, machine learning, and structural design. to tackle the hardest problems in warehouse logistics. With our solutions, customers can streamline operations, reduce costs, and respond quickly to changing consumer demands.

Why Work With Us

Our robots are responsible for getting food and merchandise to thousands of store shelves across North America. We have both the excitement and ambition of a startup and the benefits of a proven company. We do important work for some of the biggest companies in the world; together we are changing entire industries.

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