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Bitstoatoms • El Segundo, California, United States
Salary: $138,000 - $249,000 / year
Role & seniority: Senior Automation Engineer (full-time, in-person) at Hybron, El Segundo, CA; lead design, prototyping, and deployment of automated manufacturing systems; own automation roadmap.
Stack/tools: automation of manufacturing processes (motion control, robotics, PLCs, sensors, software); wiring and iterating electromechanical systems; CAD for part/assembly/drawings with GD&T; experience with Onshape is a plus.
Design, prototype, and deploy automated manufacturing systems to scale production of Hybron’s technology.
Own and drive the automation roadmap, collaborating with manufacturing, engineering, and leadership to improve cycle time and part consistency.
Develop and iterate minimum viable automation solutions, handling design, sourcing, fabrication, programming, and troubleshooting end-to-end.
3+ years in automation of manufacturing processes (motion control, robotics, PLCs, sensors, software)
Proven track record building robots/automated systems; experience scaling processes via automation
Ability to design, build, test, and iterate across the full development stack; strong electromechanical wiring/testing
Strong CAD skills with GD&T; collaboration/communication skills
U.S. Person per EAR/ITAR; Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics or related field
5+ years in manufacturing automation
Experience in composites manufacturing
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Bits to Atoms has partnered with Hybron to fill its Senior Automation Engineer role. To learn more about Hybron, you can review their page here.
Company Overview Hybron is a defense technology startup pioneering a new manufacturing process for fiber-reinforced polymer composites that enables complex parts to be produced with greater strength, lower cost, and at 10 - 100x the speed of traditional methods.
We were backed by the Northrop Grumman Technology Accelerator, and we have been the first to successfully develop composite compressor blades that were successfully tested in a fighter jet engine. Our current focus is applying our proprietary process to artillery shells, drone airframes, and gas turbine component production. If you want to join a fast-growing company that is solving mission-critical needs for the warfighter while reshoring U.S. manufacturing, then we want to speak with you.
About the Role This is a full-time, in-person role at our El Segundo facility.
As the Senior Automation Engineer, you’ll lead the design, prototype, and deployment of automated manufacturing systems that will enable scaled production of Hybron’s manufacturing technology, along with benefitting cycle time and part consistency. You’ll own Hybron’s automation roadmap, working hands-on with machines, sensors, and tooling to scale production of mission-critical components for aerospace, defense, and energy.
The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, hardware-heavy environments, enjoys rapid prototyping, and works seamlessly with engineers, operators, and leadership.
What we’re looking for Must be a U.S. Person pursuant to EAR and ITAR definitions 3+ years of industry experience with automation of manufacturing processes, including motion control, robotics, PLCs, sensors, software Proven track record of developing robots and automated systems Experience with scaling up processes while improving efficiency through automation Ability to quickly develop, design, build, and iterate on minimum viable automation solutions Ability to handle the entire development stack of automation, including design, sourcing, fabrication, programming, troubleshooting, etc. Comfortable wiring, testing, and iterating electromechanical systems. Strong CAD proficiency for part, assembly, and drawing creation with GD&T Strong Collaboration and Communication skills Being able to work with the manufacturing team to optimize processes for automation and manufacturing ease will be imperative Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related field
Nice to Haves 5+ years experience in automation of manufacturing processes Composites manufacturing experience Experience with Onshape CAD Experience in the Aerospace or Defense industry
Growth Opportunities As Hybron grows, manufacturing automation is expected to be a key capability that our company develops. As the first experienced automation engineer on the team, there will be significant opportunity to build and lead Hybron’s automation team, with pathways to a manager role, director role, and beyond. Make key decisions and spearhead initiatives that will directly shape Hybron’s approach to automation and manufacturing Identify and execute on developing/integrating strategic technological capabilities for automation Manage a team of automation engineers for scaling production of Hybron’s manufacturing Contribute to IP and novel analysis techniques
Benefits Stock options Paid time off
401K (1: 1 employer match up to 4% of salary) Medical benefits (health, dental, vision)