Not a good place to be... - Systems Engineer Symbotic Employee Review

1.0
15 June 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Nothing can be actually gained here. If you love meaningless reporting and business process, a very excellent job but that has nothing to do with automation and robotics. Inputs and outputs are not automation, that is the basics of operations management.

Cons

-Poor people management and managers -Almost to none inventory on basic parts used in manufacturing, automation, & robotics; or and most likely, very bad at basic inventory management -Customer sites ops & management hate your guts, as your presence undermines them -poor use of technology for automated system (there does not need a motor/vfd at every length of conveyor: a literal maintenance nightmare) -poorly implemented code and choice of PLCs (the cult of Rockwell) - poorly thought out structures and with no safe or feasible way to fix them (most people are not monkeys, most people use lifts or ladders, which would be safer) -as/rs system that does not work (if lifts need to be calibrated every day, if not every hour, something is wrong, that is creating unnecessary busy work) -charging system uses outdated and/or poorly rated equipment (a simple Google or industry search would inform...) (Osha and most state department of labor would have a field day writing up violations) -no clue to what NEC if not OSHA dictate -do not use proper locks for loto (metal locks with electricity...hmm) -no one wears safety glasses, boots, gloves, nor proper clothing (shorts and t-shirts as well as polos do not belong in factories) -definitely ageist (customer was also racist if not misogynist in some cases) -intimidated easily (or at least my management were) -label printers (but industrial printers never work anywhere, ever)

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5.0
27 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

• Cutting-edge A.I.-powered robotics — you work on technology that's actually transforming the supply chain • Brilliant colleagues across engineering, robotics, controls, and software • Real ownership from day one — step up and you'll be recognized • Direct customer impact — your work runs in live operations for the world's largest retailers • Fast growth means real career opportunities

Cons

• Pace is intense — tight deadlines and demanding periods come with the territory • Steep learning curve early on due to system complexity • Processes are still maturing as the company scales rapidly

2.0
1 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Interesting technology and exposure to advanced automation systems. Opportunity to work on complex engineering projects.

Cons

Poor work-life balance with high expectations and little flexibility. Communication from leadership and the general manager was very limited, making it difficult to stay aligned. There was also a lack of transparency around performance expectations and job security. Even when performing well and fully understanding the environment and workflows, employees could be let go without warning or a second chance. This creates unnecessary turnover and results in lost knowledge, requiring time and resources to retrain new engineers who are unfamiliar with the systems.

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