[Remote] Manager, Industrial Controls Engineering

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its AI-powered robotic and software platform. They are seeking a Manager of Industrial Controls Engineering to lead a team of Controls Engineers responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining PLC-based control software for industrial automation systems.ResponsibilitiesDirectly manage a team of 6–8 PLC R&D Controls Engineers, providing day-to-day guidance and technical directionOwn delivery of PLC software milestones across multiple projects and programsConduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, goal setting, and career development planningCommunicate status, risks, and technical tradeoffs clearly to stakeholdersLead prototyping, testing, validation, and documentation of new control system concepts and electrical designsEnsure high-quality, reliable, and maintainable PLC software designPromote best practices in modular programming, version control, diagnostics, and documentationDrive adoption of AI assisted programming, simulation, Digital Twins, and automated testingSupport troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex or high-impact issuesSkillsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related fieldMinimum of 7 years in industrial automation, controls engineering, and people management responsibilityHands-on expertise with Rockwell Automation PLC platforms, Motion Control, Safety PLC Systems, OT networking, and industrial communication protocolsExperience with HMI/SCADA development, preferably Inductive Automation Ignition softwareExposure to AI assisted PLC code development, simulation tools, Digital Twins, and automated PLC testingAbility to balance hands-on technical work with people leadership responsibilitiesStrong communication and organizational skillsBenefitsMedicalDentalVisionDisability401KPTOOther benefitsCompany OverviewSymbotic is a provider of integrated supply network automation solutions for warehouses and distribution centers. It was founded in 2005, and is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.symbotic.com.Company H1B SponsorshipSymbotic has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 6 in 2026, 65 in 2025, 45 in 2024, 45 in 2023, 24 in 2022, 19 in 2021, 17 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.