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Director, Hardware Engineering - Cell

Symbotic
Wilmington, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

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 Director, Hardware Engineering to join our Cell Hardware R&D team. Your job will be to relentlessly and successfully drive new product development from proof of concept through to release for mass manufacturing for our next generation of automation products and technologies. You have the mindset that anything is possible and possess the willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed.

What we do

The Hardware R&D team is comprised of leaders in warehouse robotics, innovating within a rigorous R&D context. Our mission is to develop state-of-the-art robotic solutions that revolutionize efficiency and functionality in warehouse operations.

What you'll do

  • Lead the ideation, analysis, prototyping, detailed design and validation of new robotic concepts and how they integrate within the larger Symbotic ecosystem
  • Lead a team of talented hardware engineers in the design and development of innovative industrial automation solutions
  • Provide hands on technical expertise from concept development through to production sign-off, identifying, prioritizing and driving solutions to problems quickly and efficiently.
  • A 'champion' of the concepts released to manufacturing - Ensure through cross functional peers to drive specification, efficiencies, accountabilities and that transfers to manufacturing are eventually successful.
  • Build, retain, and manage an exceptional team - Provide training and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
  • Work in close partnership with our strategic partner teams to ensure flawless design and execution
  • Be an enterprise-level problem solver having a can-do, outcome-oriented mindset (that the impossible can be achieved)

What you'll need

  • MS in, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or Mechatronics
  • Minimum 12 years of related experience in automation products and technologies with minimum 5 years in a leadership position
  • Willingness to fail quickly and fail often to succeed sooner when exploring solutions
  • Respect and understanding of all related disciplines; including Controls, Software, Design Engineering, Systems, Electronics, Quality and Manufacturing
  • Experience in a highly integrated electro-mechanical systems, mechatronics, or robotics product development team
  • Experience in Medium to High Volume product design and execution (30,000 units per year and up)
  • Open to pursuing multiple paths to get to the best solution and not being too proud of your own ideas to listen to others
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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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