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Serving the global market, Westmag is rapidly scaling its production to meet the demands of top drone and robotic companies. With strong backing from notable investors such as Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund, Westmag is positioned for innovative growth in the field of electromechanical systems.\nAbout the role\nAs a Mechatronics Engineer at Westmag, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and integrating electromechanical systems for drone motors and robotic actuators. You will collaborate closely with design, test, and manufacturing teams to optimize product performance and ensure system reliability. This position requires a blend of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering skills to innovate and improve Westmag's cutting-edge motor and actuator technologies.\nResponsibilities\nDesign and develop mechatronic components and systems for drone motors and robot actuators.\n\nIntegrate electrical, mechanical, and software subsystems to deliver optimized product solutions.\n\nCollaborate cross-functionally with design, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless product integration.\n\nDevelop test plans, conduct performance analysis, and iterate designs based on test results.\n\nSupport prototyping, debugging, and validation activities.\n\nDocument technical specifications, design decisions, and test results.\n\nStay current with emerging technologies in mechatronics to drive innovation.\n\nRequired qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.\n\n3+ years of experience in mechatronic system design and integration.\n\nStrong knowledge of electromechanical systems, including motors and actuators.\n\nExperience with embedded software development and hardware integration.\n\nProficiency in CAD software and circuit design tools.\n\nDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.\n\nExcellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.\n\nAuthorized to work in the United States.\n\nPreferred qualifications\nExperience in drone or robotics industries.\n\nFamiliarity with motor control electronics and firmware.\n\nKnowledge of system-level testing and validation for electromechanical devices.\n\nExperience with automation and control systems.","description_format":"text","description_chars":2488,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Drones & UAVs","Motors, Drives & Motion Control"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-01T23:12:26Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":61,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.779,"p_room":0.788,"age_days":14,"expected_fill_days":19,"reasons":["conf:30","velocity","win:late"],"computed_at":"2026-10-03T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/westmag-mechatronics-engineer","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/westmag-mechatronics-engineer.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-04T00:42:59Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":853,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":4147,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-05T00:00:00Z"}}}