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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Hardware Engineer - **Company:** Symbotic LLC - **Location:** Wilmington, MA, United States - **Salary:** $60,320.0 - $83,200.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Artificial Intelligence, Computing Platforms, CAD Standards, Computer Engineering, SolidWorks (CAD), Python (Programming Language), Software Systems, 3d Solid and Surface Modeling, Safety Critical Systems, Information Technology, Process Control Systems - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9084a0cf9a998e3d ## About the Role * Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in engineering required (Systems, Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, or related engineering/technical field). * Familiarity with developing tests for integrated systems with a high degree of hardware and software complexity, preferably robotics or automation. * Familiarity with Python. * Knowledge of complex electro-mechanical applications including technologies such as robotics, vision, safety-critical systems, multi-axis sensors, localization methods, actuators, and control algorithms. * Strong analytical, creative problem solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills. * Outstanding communication skills with demonstrated ability to organize and present data. * Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLC) a plus * Mechanical: Working knowledge of GD&T and other drawing standards. Experience using SolidWorks or equivalent 3D design software. Familiarity with manufacturing processes: machining, casting, sheet metal, plastics, fabricated assemblies, etc. Our Environment * Up to 10% 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. ## Description At Symbotic, Early Career talent plays a meaningful role in helping us reimagine the future of supply chain automation. Through our Internship and Co-op programs, students have the opportunity to contribute to real projects, collaborate with experienced engineers and business leaders, and gain hands-on exposure to the technologies powering our end-to-end robotics and automation solutions. We are looking for curious, motivated students who are excited to solve complex problems, bring new perspectives to cross-functional teams, and see their work make an impact in a fast-moving, innovative environment., Mechanical interns turn ideas into reality by designing and prototyping robotic components while gaining hands-on experience with CAD, SolidWorks, and other technologies that keep our robotics systems running. * Electrical interns play a key role in sustaining and enhancing our system by managing cables, troubleshooting power issues, and testing and debugging circuit boards (PCBs). * Testing interns will ensure seamless interaction between hardware and software systems through building test fixtures, developing test plans, and conducting root cause analyses. * Industrial Controls interns support onsite installations, working hands-on with programmable logic controllers (PLC). What You'll Do: * Assist one of our various Hardware Engineering teams with designing, documenting, building, testing and debugging of the latest technologies and engineering designs. * Design parts for various manufacturing processes, including machining, casting, sheet metal, plastics, and fabricated assemblies using CAD. * Assemble electromechanical assemblies, fixtures utilizing hand tools, measurement equipment and machine tools. * Assist in debugging issues with the bot Mechanical and Electro-mechanical systems and components. * Develop and execute robot motion scripts (python) to control single-axis repetitive movements and coordinate complex multi-axis behaviors in support of test requirements. * Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs). * Contribute to the design and implementation of PLC hardware and software systems. * Inform reliability test plans to identify failure modes early in development cycles. 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