Manufacturing Automation Engineer

About Westmag

Westmag, short for Western Magnetics Company, is the American manufacturer of drone motors and robot actuators. The company designs and manufactures its products in South San Francisco, committed to building and scaling in the U.S. to serve the global market. Westmag is ramping production to serve leading drone and robot companies with millions of motors and actuators. Westmag is headquartered in South San Francisco and is backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Lux Capital, NFDG, Menlo Ventures, and other top investors. For more information, visit westmag.com. 

About the role

The Manufacturing Automation Engineer at Westmag will develop and implement innovative automation solutions to enhance the efficiency and quality of our drone motor and robot actuator manufacturing processes. You will work collaboratively with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to design, install, and maintain automated systems that scale production capacity while ensuring product excellence.

What you'll own

• Design and implement automation solutions for manufacturing processes including assembly, testing, and quality assurance.
• Work with equipment suppliers and integrators to design, install and launch new automation equipment.
• Develop bolt-on automation systems for current production equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust controls and monitoring systems.
• Develop simulations of plant operations and planned improvements to validate automation before implementation.
• Install, debug, and maintain automated equipment and robotics on the production floor.
• Support development of manuals, maintenance schedules and standard operating procedures for automated equipment.
• Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts in manufacturing automation.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years experience in manufacturing automation, robotics, or controls engineering.
• Proficiency with PLC programming, industrial control systems, and automation software.
• Experience with robotic systems integration and machine vision preferred.
• Experience with simulation software for discreet event simulation, material flow simulation and robot reach studies.
• Familiarity with industry 4.0 technologies and IoT integration in manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills to document and present technical information.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory compliance related to manufacturing automation.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments, preferably in automotive or electronics industries.

Compensation

Total compensation is base salary plus equity. Specifics for your situation are discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Work authorization

You must be authorized to work in the United States.

At-will employment

This job description reflects the general nature of work currently assigned to this role; it is not exhaustive and does not restrict Westmag's right to revise duties or assign other duties as business needs change. Employment at Westmag is at-will.

Equal Opportunity

Westmag is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry (including caste), citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, exercise of reproductive rights, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for applicants and employees whose religious beliefs, observances, or practices conflict with workplace requirements. To request an accommodation during the application or interview process speak with your recruiter.