Who we are
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
Greenbox Logistics is building a smarter, faster, and more sustainable fulfillment network. As Director of Engineering, you will lead the development of our next generation of facilities and automation systems. This executive-level role is responsible for building and managing our internal design, construction, planning, and automation teams. You will oversee site planning, facility design, and end-to-end execution for new fulfillment centers, while reducing our reliance on external consultants. This is a high-impact leadership role shaping the physical and technical backbone of Greenbox’s growth strategy.
What we do

GreenBox is pioneering warehousing-as-a-service, offering outsourced warehousing operations and specializing in automated warehousing solutions. Our focus is on the efficient movement of goods in cases and pallets across all sectors, such as wholesale, retail, and general merchandising.

• GreenBox is an independently managed joint venture between Symbotic and Softbank.

What You’ll Do

• Team Leadership & Development
• Build and lead high-performing teams across facility design, construction management, site planning, and automation engineering.
• Establish internal engineering best practices and culture to support scalable growth.
• Facility Development
• Oversee the end-to-end engineering lifecycle for new fulfillment center development—from site evaluation and layout to automation implementation and construction execution.
• Ensure alignment between long-term operational goals and engineering execution.
• Automation & Technology Strategy
• Partner with automation vendors to evaluate, select, and implement next-gen solutions that optimize throughput, reduce cost, and accelerate go-live timelines.
• Stay ahead of technology trends to ensure Greenbox remains at the forefront of logistics automation.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management
• Manage relationships with external engineering and automation partners to ensure performance, cost efficiency, and adherence to timelines.
• Reduce reliance on external consultants by building robust in-house capabilities.
• Strategic Planning
• Collaborate closely with operations, product, and executive leadership to align engineering initiatives with Greenbox’s long-term growth strategy.
• Identify opportunities to improve the scalability, sustainability, and economics of our network.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of engineering leadership experience, preferably in logistics, warehouse automation, supply chain infrastructure, or industrial design/construction.
• Proven experience overseeing large-scale capital projects involving site development, construction, and automation.
• Strong track record of building and scaling engineering teams.
• Deep knowledge of automation systems and facility design principles.
• Excellent stakeholder and vendor management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Our Environment

• Up to 50% 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 bi-weekly.

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About Symbotic
Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today’s complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit
www.symbotic.com
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We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information

• Team Leadership & Development
• Build and lead high-performing teams across facility design, construction management, site planning, and automation engineering.
• Establish internal engineering best practices and culture to support scalable growth.
• Facility Development
• Oversee the end-to-end engineering lifecycle for new fulfillment center development—from site evaluation and layout to automation implementation and construction execution.
• Ensure alignment between long-term operational goals and engineering execution.
• Automation & Technology Strategy
• Partner with automation vendors to evaluate, select, and implement next-gen solutions that optimize throughput, reduce cost, and accelerate go-live timelines.
• Stay ahead of technology trends to ensure Greenbox remains at the forefront of logistics automation.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management
• Manage relationships with external engineering and automation partners to ensure performance, cost efficiency, and adherence to timelines.
• Reduce reliance on external consultants by building robust in-house capabilities.
• Strategic Planning
• Collaborate closely with operations, product, and executive leadership to align engineering initiatives with Greenbox’s long-term growth strategy.
• Identify opportunities to improve the scalability, sustainability, and economics of our network