Time type: full time
Posted on: September 08, 2025
Job requisition id: R5390
What we need
As a Co-Op- Integration Specialist your role will be to support our Commissioning Team to startup, commission, test PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) controlled equipment, and complete systems integration at customer sites and our ITC. You will work side by side with electrical technicians to bring up control cabinets, load and configure PLC software, and execute tests to confirm functionality and performance.
What we do
The commissioning team plays a crucial role in ensuring the successful deployment of robotic systems. They are responsible for overseeing the beginning and final stages of system integration, testing, and optimization before the automation solution is put into operation. This team works closely with engineers and technicians to fine-tune robotics and automation systems, ensuring they meet performance standards, safety regulations, and customer requirements. Their expertise in troubleshooting, calibration, and quality control helps Symbotic deliver efficient and reliable robotic solutions to clients across various industries.
What you’ll do
Assist in the commissioning of HMI systems and PLC controllers, ensuring proper configuration and communication under supervision.
Conduct basic hardware and system functionality testing to validate performance against project specifications and requirements.
Support integration testing with customer Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), identifying issues and reporting findings to senior team members.
Utilize diagnostic tools to help troubleshoot and resolve hardware or software issues with guidance from experienced engineers.
Contribute to commissioning activities such as control cabinet startup, software loading, configuration, and safety system validation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams while developing knowledge of commissioning tools, hardware, and software through hands-on learning.
What you’ll need
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, robotics, industrial engineering or a related field required.
Experience with one or more of the following: PLC, HMI systems, or industrial networks
Familiarity SQL/databases, Linux/Windows operating systems, and basic troubleshooting methods.
Ability to thrive in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Our Environment
The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is routinely required to work at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches. To stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must comply with all safety requirements and protocols, including without limitation Lock out tag out safety protocols, and fall protection safety protocols.
Approximately 75% of the time will be spent on a construction site with PPE required (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection (e.g., safety harness).
There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure. You may be required to routinely walk up and down stairs to navigate the automation structure.
You will regularly be near railings that are high off the ground.
Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit.
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