Manufacturing Engineer

Westmag; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Westmag, a U.S.-based producer of drone motors and robot actuators, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to scale and optimize its manufacturing operations. You will collaborate across design, quality, and production to ensure efficient, cost-effective production with high quality standards.

The role emphasizes process improvement, line layout optimization, and hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced environment, with travel as needed and full work authorization in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in motor, actuator, drone, automotive, or robotics manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including automation, assembly, and quality control.
• Experience with root cause analysis, PFMEA, process improvement methodologies, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency with CAD software and manufacturing execution systems
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel as needed to support manufacturing operations
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Improve manufacturing processes, training, documentation and controls to improve production efficiency and product quality
• Optimize production line layout and material flows for improved efficiency
• Collaborate with design and quality teams to ensure manufacturability of products
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing issues
• Support production ramp-up by scaling manufacturing processes
• Own implementation and execution of continuous improvement system and related projects
• Establish and maintain PFEP, PFMEA, process controls, and plant standards
• Support implementation of change management initiatives across the organization

Skills

Manufacturing Eng

Root Cause Analysis

Lean Manufacturing

PFMEA

Process Improvement

Quality Control

CAD

MES

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelors in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelors in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Manufacturing Execution Systems

Job description

About Westmag

Westmag is the American manufacturer of drone motors and robot actuators, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Lux Capital, NFDG, Menlo Ventures, and other top investors. Westmag is committed to building and scaling in the U.S. to serve the global market. For more information, visit westmag.com.

About The Role

The Manufacturing Engineer at Westmag will play a pivotal role in scaling and optimizing the company's manufacturing processes for drone motors and robot actuators. You will work closely with design, quality, and production teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing operations.

What You'll Own

• Improve manufacturing processes, training, documentation and controls to improve production efficiency and product quality
• Optimize production line layout and material flows for improved efficiency
• Collaborate with design and quality teams to ensure manufacturability of products
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing issues
• Support production ramp-up by scaling manufacturing processes
• Own implementation and execution of continuous improvement system and related projects
• Establish and maintain Plan for Every Part (PFEP), Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), process controls, and plant standards
• Support implementation of change management initiatives across the organization

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in motor, actuator, drone, automotive, or robotics manufacturing environments
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including automation, assembly, and quality control
• Experience with root cause analysis, PFMEA, process improvement methodologies, and lean manufacturing principles
• Proficiency with CAD software and manufacturing execution systems
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel as needed to support manufacturing operations
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with drone motor or robotic actuator manufacturing
• Manufacturing simulation experience
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001 or AS9100
• Knowledge of supply chain management and vendor relations

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.