Fabrication and Build Technician

Exol•Wilmington, MA

4d•$82,000 - $113,300•Onsite

About The Position

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 hands-on, detail-oriented Fabrication & Build Technician to join our Fixtures & Prototypes team within the System Test organization. In this position, you will have a key role in bringing prototypes, machines, tools, and fixtures from concept to completion. You will collaborate with engineers to influence and optimize designs, fabricate parts and components in our machine shop, and build fixtures. You’ll take ownership of maintaining shop equipment and machine schedules. This is a dynamic position that blends creativity, design, and problem-solving with hands-on machining, assembly, and maintenance.

Requirements

Minimum 4 years of experience as a Technician or Machinist working in an R&D or engineering development environment.
High school or vocational technical school diploma required.
Experience in the use and optimization of mills and lathes required.
Skilled in mechanical assembly, wiring, soldering, and instrumentation.
Experience with CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) required.
Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
Demonstrated self-starter.
Great communication skills required to work with a dynamic customer base.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or BS in technical discipline preferred.
Familiarity with Prototrack software/machines a plus.
Welding experience a plus.
Expertise in electromechanical products, robotics, or automation is desired.
Familiar with computer MS; Word, Excel, and Power Point.
This is a “roll-up-your-sleeves” position.

Responsibilities

Collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines to develop prototypes, machines, tools, and fixtures to meet Engineering project deliverables.
Lead machine shop projects from concept through completion, including fabrication, assembly, wiring, and implementation.
Apply knowledge and expertise in best practices of machining and fabrication to guide Engineers’ part designs for speed and efficiency.
Develop novel concepts for fixtures, jigs and tools to solve unique, complex problems for engineering, manufacturing and customer site teams.
Machine parts from design drawings, CAD models, sketches, and oral instructions.
Design or modify CAD files to support machining / fabrication requirements.
Contribute to development and implementation of machine ship processes and safety.
Train and guide engineers to perform minor machining operations.
Maintain the machine shop and perform scheduled machine maintenance.