Westmag is the American manufacturer of drone motors and robot actuators, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Lux Capital, NFDG, Menlo Ventures, and other top investors. Westmag is committed to building and scaling in the U.S. to serve the global market. For more information, visit westmag.com.
About the roleAs 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 you'll own- Design and optimize motor and actuator architectures for drone and robotic applications.
- Develop detailed motor design specifications, including electrical, mechanical, and thermal considerations.
- Simulate and analyze motor performance using relevant software tools.
- Work cross-functionally with Field Applications Engineers, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability.
- Support prototyping, testing, and validation of new motor designs and contribute to continuous product improvements.
- Document design processes, test results, and design revisions.
- Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends in motor and actuator design.
RequirementsRequired qualifications
- 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.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- Experience designing brushless DC motors, actuators, or similar electromechanical devices.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes for motor components and assemblies.
- Hands-on experience with prototype testing and validation.
- Familiarity with drone or robotics industry requirements and standards.
Skills Required
- 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.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- Experience designing brushless DC motors, actuators, or similar electromechanical devices.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes for motor components and assemblies.
- Hands-on experience with prototype testing and validation.
- Familiarity with drone or robotics industry requirements and standards.
What We Do
Western Magnetics Company, also known as Westmag, is an American manufacturer specializing in drone motors and robot actuators. Headquartered in South San Francisco, the company is committed to building and scaling production within the United States to serve the global market. Backed by prominent investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund, Westmag focuses on providing high-volume motors and actuators to leading drone and robot companies.
