Develop and implement automation solutions to enhance manufacturing processes for drone motors and robot actuators.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Design and develop automation solutions for manufacturing processes
- Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement controls
- Install, debug, and maintain automated equipment
- Develop documentation and training materials
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical 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
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Authorization to work in the United States
Nice to have
- Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments
- Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory compliance
- Familiarity with industry 4.0 technologies and IoT integration
Requirements
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Joblaze summary
The Manufacturing Automation Engineer at Westmag focuses on developing and implementing automation solutions to improve the efficiency and quality of manufacturing processes for drone motors and robot actuators. Key skills include proficiency in PLC programming, industrial control systems, and experience with robotics and machine vision. This role is suited for professionals with at least three years of experience in manufacturing automation, particularly those with a background in high-volume environments. Westmag is scaling its production capabilities, indicating a dynamic growth phase in the robotics sector.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze October 19, 2026. Last confirmed on Westmag's careers page October 19, 2026.
- PLC appears in 2.1% of 3171 comparable mid other roles in United States; industrial control systems appears in 0.1% of 3171 comparable mid other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Manufacturing Automation Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in South San Francisco, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Manufacturing Automation Engineer role.
- Where is the role based?
- Westmag is hiring for this position in South San Francisco, United States.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Machine Vision, PLC, automation software, industrial control systems, robotic systems.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Westmag targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Manufacturing Automation Engineer role at Westmag.
From the original posting
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 develop automation solutions for manufacturing processes including assembly, testing, and quality assurance.
Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement to increase throughput and reduce costs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust controls and monitoring systems.
Install, debug, and maintain automated equipment and robotics on the production floor.
Develop documentation, standard operating procedures, and training materials for automated processes.
Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts in manufacturing automation.
Required qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical 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.
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.
Preferred qualifications
Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments, preferably in drone or robotics industries.
Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory compliance related to manufacturing automation.
Familiarity with industry 4.0 technologies and IoT integration in manufacturing.