Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Headquarters/Sunnyvale Officefull timeOn Site

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$180k–$220k

H1B: yes

Cerebras Manufacturing Automation Engineer at Cerebras to design, implement, and optimize automated manufacturing assembly and test systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve production efficiency, product quality, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

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.

Qualification

Strong troubleshootingExperience with Industry 4Experience with SQL databasesFamiliarity with Lean ManufacturingKey CompetenciesTechnical problem-solvingProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field.
3+ 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.

Preferred

Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies, IIoT, and data analytics.
Knowledge of vision inspection systems and machine safety standards.
Experience with SQL databases, Python, C#, or other programming languages.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Professional certifications in automation or controls engineering are a plus.
Key Competencies
Technical problem-solving
Project management