Manufacturing Automation Engineer for Scalable Robotics

Westmag

South San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Westmag, based in South San Francisco, develops drone motors and robotic actuators and seeks a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to scale production and ensure high-quality outcomes. You will design and implement automation for assembly, testing, and quality assurance, collaborating with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.

The role involves installing and maintaining automated equipment, developing SOPs, and driving continuous improvement.

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.

Responsibilities

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