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
We are looking for a Technical Program Manager to join our Industrial Controls team within our New Product Introduction (NPI) organization. Your job will be to lead the Industrial Controls workstream for a strategic innovation program through New Product Introduction.
This individual contributor role owns workstream scope, schedule, budget, risk, vendor relationships, and progress reporting, while partnering with Solutions owners and the product Program Manager Lead on product direction. The TPM drives delivery of Industrial Controls components safely, on time, and within budget by applying strong schedule, risk, and governance discipline and by collaborating with resource managers across PLC, Electrical Engineering, and Internal Tools.
What we do
The Industrial Controls team is part of the New Product Introduction (NPI) organization and supports a strategic innovation program. The team drives delivery of Industrial Controls components from design through NPI readiness and launch support, while coordinating across Product, Mechanical, Electrical, Controls (PLC), Internal Tools Software, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Field Operations to keep the workstream integrated with the broader program.
What you’ll do
Lead Industrial Controls workstream execution for one innovation program, managing up to 1 to 3 projects within that workstream.
Own relationships with external controls vendors, including scope alignment, deliverable tracking, and issue escalation.
Drive task tracking and milestone achievement for Industrial Controls components from design through NPI readiness and launch support.
Organize and maintain workstream budget, scope baselines, and integrated milestone schedules.
Build and actively manage a risk register covering technical, vendor, manufacturing, schedule, and financial risks; drive mitigation to closure.
Produce dashboard reporting and deliver regular progress updates to program leadership and senior stakeholders.
Apply schedule, risk, and governance discipline as the primary day-to-day operating model; escalate early when baselines are at risk.
Collaborate with resource managers for PLC, Electrical Engineering, and Internal Tools to secure capacity and resolve resource conflicts.
Partner with Solutions owners and the product Program Manager Lead on priorities, tradeoffs, and change impact; refine workstream plans against PRDs, SOWs, and roadmaps owned by those partners.
Coordinate across Product, Mechanical, Electrical, Controls (PLC), Internal Tools Software, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Field Operations to keep the workstream integrated with the broader program.
Lead and support technical reviews, design reviews, gate reviews, and executive status reviews for Industrial Controls scope.
Support prototype builds, engineering validation, system integration, manufacturing readiness, pilot builds, and production launch for Controls deliverables.
Manage engineering change control impacts for Controls scope, including ECNs, BOM releases, and configuration implications.
Identify and mitigate vendor, supplier, and manufacturing readiness risks tied to Controls NPI.
Contribute to continuous improvement of program management standards, governance, and execution practices within Industrial Controls Program Management.
Success in the first year is demonstrated by:
A clear, maintained workstream budget, scope baseline, and integrated milestone schedule.
An active risk register with owned mitigations and visible residual risk.
Reliable dashboard reporting and a consistent cadence of progress updates to leadership.
What you’ll need
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required).
Minimum of 10 years of technical project or program management experience.
Experience leading complex, multidisciplinary engineering work within hardware and software integrated products, robotics, automation, or industrial systems.
Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing scale-up, and supplier or vendor management.
Demonstrated ownership of budget, scope, integrated schedules, risk registers, and executive-ready status reporting.
Experience collaborating with resource managers and engineering leads (PLC, Electrical, and related tools or software teams).
Strong executive communication, leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Microsoft Office suite.
Preferred qualifications
Direct experience with Industrial Controls / PLC NPI, electrical design packages, and industrial automation or robotics cells.
Rockwell controls experience.
Experience with safety systems, FAT checklists, zone sequencing, manufacturing readiness, and external controls vendor management.
Master’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or MBA.
PMP certification or equivalent.
Our environment
US remote.
Travel up to 40% to support labs, pilot cells, integration events, and launch activities as required.
This is an individual contributor role. Mentorship of peers and contribution to PM best practices are encouraged; this role does not include direct people management.
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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 $101,000.00 - $138,600.00 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
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- At least 10 years of technical project or program management experience
- Experience leading complex, multidisciplinary engineering work across integrated hardware and software products, robotics, automation, or industrial systems
- Experience with New Product Introduction, manufacturing scale-up, and supplier or vendor management
- Experience owning budgets, scope, integrated schedules, risk registers, and executive-ready status reporting
- Experience collaborating with resource managers and engineering leads, including PLC, Electrical, and related tools or software teams
- Strong executive communication, leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office
- Direct experience with Industrial Controls or PLC NPI, electrical design packages, and industrial automation or robotics cells
- Rockwell controls experience
- Experience with safety systems, FAT checklists, zone sequencing, manufacturing readiness, and external controls vendor management
- Master's degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or MBA
- PMP certification or equivalent
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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