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Motor/Actuator Design Engineer

Westmag · South San Francisco · On-site

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About Westmag

Backed by Menlo.

About the role

As a Motor/Actuator Design Engineer at Westmag, you will play a critical role in the design and development of advanced drone motors and robotic actuators. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create high-efficiency, reliable, and innovative motor solutions that meet customer requirements. Your work will directly impact Westmag's position as a leader in drone and robotics motor technology.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
  • 3+ years of experience in motor or actuator design, preferably in drone, robotics, or aerospace industries
  • Strong foundation in electric motor theory including electromagnetic design, thermal management, and mechanical design
  • Proficiency with motor design and simulation software (e.g., FEMM, ANSYS Maxwell, or equivalent)
  • Experience with CAD tools for mechanical design (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA)
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
More about this role

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 .

As a Motor/Actuator Design Engineer at Westmag, you will play a critical role in the design and development of advanced drone motors and robotic actuators. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create high-efficiency, reliable, and innovative motor solutions that meet customer requirements. Your work will directly impact Westmag's position as a leader in drone and robotics motor technology.

Design and optimize motor and actuator architectures for drone and robotic applications.

Develop detailed motor design specifications, including electrical, mechanical, and thermal considerations.

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