Senior Mechanical Engineer

Company: Symbotic
Location: Middleton
Posted on: June 30, 2025

Job Description:

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 Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering team. In this role, you will be a part of a team for conceptualization, prototyping, detailed design, and commercial release of complex electromechanical systems. You will have exceptional mechanical design intuition and creativity demonstrated by previous accomplishments. What we do The Hardware Engineering team is comprised of leaders in warehouse robotics, innovating within a rigorous context. Our mission is to develop state-of-the-art robotic solutions that revolutionize efficiency and functionality in warehouse operations. What you’ll do Invent novel, elegant, and reliable solutions for highly integrated hardware systems Contribute to the conception, analysis, prototyping, detailed design and validation of complex electromechanical systems using Solidworks Perform feasibility analyses and make recommendations on viability of concepts Create quantitative trade studies to evaluate designs and identify optimum solutions Contribute innovations that satisfy customers’ needs and enable new market opportunities Research outside sources, evaluate and validate mechanical components such as motors, sensors, bearings, etc. from outside suppliers Provide technical direction, review, and leadership of external design partners and suppliers Work seamlessly with cross-functional colleagues from EE/Controls, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and other Provide design guidance and feedback on colleagues’ work Mentor junior engineering staff on team What you’ll need Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering Minimum 8 years of work experience in a hands-on mechanical design role Industrial robotics, automation, and material handling experience is strongly preferred Full proficiency with SolidWorks is desired A demonstrated level of experience using FEA ( Solidworks Simulation and/or Ansys) is desired Experience in designing parts for a variety of manufacturing processes: machining, casting, sheet metal, plastics, fabricated assemblies, etc. Strong mechanical intuition and hands on approach to conceptualizing and prototyping Our Environment Up to 20% 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 on a bi-weekly basis. LI-EJ1 LI-Onsite 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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