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 for an ICS Technical Program Manager, R&D to join our Industrial Controls Program Management team within our Industrial Controls organization. Your job will be to lead Industrial Controls workstreams for strategic customer NPI programs, aligning engineering, product, manufacturing, suppliers, and operations to deliver production-ready automation systems safely, on time, and within budget.
What we do
The Industrial Controls Program Management team is part of the Industrial Controls organization, which is responsible for developing, integrating, validating, and launching controls technologies that enable Symbotic’s automated systems. The team focuses on cross-functional governance across PLC and controls, electrical engineering, software and internal tools, manufacturing, and field operations to ensure Symbotic’s automated warehouse solutions remain stable, scalable, and high-performing.
What you'll do
- Lead end-to-end Industrial Controls workstream execution for strategic customer NPI programs, managing multiple concurrent projects from design through NPI readiness and launch support.
- Establish, organize, and rigorously maintain workstream budgets, scope baselines, integrated master schedules, and program plans using Microsoft Project and Jira.
- Own relationships with external controls vendors and systems integrators, including scope alignment, SOW governance, milestone tracking, deliverable verification, and executive escalations.
- Build and actively manage risk registers covering technical, vendor, manufacturing, schedule, and financial risks; drive owned mitigations to closure and escalate early when baselines are at risk.
- Coordinate across Product, Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, Internal Tools Software, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Field Operations to keep each workstream tightly synchronized.
- Lead technical reviews, design reviews, gate reviews, and executive status reviews, providing clear, data-driven reporting to program leadership, executive stakeholders, and customer-facing teams.
- Support prototype builds, engineering validation, system integration, manufacturing readiness, FAT/SAT activities, pilot builds, site commissioning, engineering change control, BOM releases, and configuration management.
What you'll need
- Minimum of 8 years of related experience or equivalent work experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, including Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Systems, Software, or a related field.
- Proven experience delivering complex, multidisciplinary electro-mechanical, robotics, automation, or industrial systems through the full NPI lifecycle.
- Demonstrated success taking complex hardware and software systems from concept through design validation, prototype builds, FAT/SAT, pilot lines, and production scale-up.
- Experience owning workstream budgets, scope baselines, integrated master schedules, and active risk registers, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong experience managing external vendors, suppliers, and systems integrators, including SOWs, milestones, performance tracking, deliverable verification, and escalations.
- Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional engineering teams and resource managers without direct authority, supported by strong analytical, problem-solving, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with Rockwell Automation and Studio 5000, Beckhoff, Siemens, industrial safety systems, or warehouse automation is preferred.
Our Environment
- Up to 30% 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.
- Employees 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.
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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.
The base range for this position in the posted location is $144,000.00 - $211,200.00 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.Skills Required
- Minimum of 8 years of related experience or equivalent work experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, including Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Systems, or Software Engineering
- Experience delivering complex multidisciplinary electro-mechanical, robotics, automation, or industrial systems through the full NPI lifecycle
- Experience taking complex hardware and software systems from concept through design validation, prototype builds, FAT/SAT, pilot lines, and production scale-up
- Experience owning workstream budgets, scope baselines, integrated master schedules, and active risk registers
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office
- Experience managing external vendors, suppliers, and systems integrators, including SOWs, milestones, performance tracking, deliverable verification, and escalations
- Ability to influence cross-functional engineering teams and resource managers without direct authority
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, presentation, written communication, and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with Rockwell Automation and Studio 5000, Beckhoff, Siemens, industrial safety systems, or warehouse automation
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive or fly to client locations and company headquarters
Symbotic Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Symbotic and has not been reviewed or approved by Symbotic.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision from day one, alongside wellness, mental health, and specialized coverages such as pet and transgender health care. Feedback suggests the breadth and immediacy of coverage are valued.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company matching, profit sharing, and automatic enrollment are consistently emphasized as part of the package. Feedback suggests these components are seen as competitive pillars of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible/unlimited PTO with paid holidays and sick time is offered, managed directly between employees and leaders. Feedback suggests this structure provides meaningful scheduling flexibility.
Symbotic Insights
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 Symbotic, we value curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to make meaningful contributions from day one. Whether you’re designing next-generation technology, supporting operational excellence, or driving innovation behind the scenes, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of automation and supply chain transformation at scale. If you’re looking for rewarding challenges, determined teammates, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact, Symbotic is where you belong.
Why Work With Us
What makes Symbotic unique is our people. We bring together curious thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators who are passionate about transforming the future of supply chain automation. As we scale, we remain committed to supporting a culture rooted in creativity, teamwork, and meaningful impact.
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