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Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Cerebras· Hardware
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Hybrid (Sunnyvale, CA)$180k - $220kFull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Automation Engineer to design, implement, maintain, and optimize automated manufacturing assembly and test systems. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve production efficiency, enhance product quality, reduce downtime, and support continuous improvement initiatives through advanced automation technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for manufacturing processes.
  • Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, robotics, and industrial control systems.
  • Support the installation, commissioning, and validation of new production equipment.
  • Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost.
  • Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
  • Develop and maintain electrical schematics, control system documentation, and standard operating procedures.
  • Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
  • Lead or support capital automation projects from concept through implementation.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
  • Monitor equipment performance using data analysis and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Train production and maintenance personnel on new automation systems and equipment.
  • Maintain spare parts inventories and support preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 9+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, industrial controls, or process engineering.
  • Experience programming PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron, or similar).
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, or DeviceNet.
  • Experience with robotics integration and automated material handling systems.
  • Strong understanding of electrical controls, sensors, actuators, servo systems, and VFDs.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and project management abilities.

Skills

Required:PLC programmingIndustrial communication protocolsRobotics integrationElectrical schematics & drawingsTroubleshooting & problem-solvingProject management
Last updated Sep 27, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Cerebras

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