Cerebras
Manufacturing Automation Engineer
Part remote, part office, you need to live within commuting distance of a named location.
Hybrid · Sunnyvale, CA
Employer listed it 3 months ago · Added today
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Salary
Not stated
Location
Hybrid · Sunnyvale, CA
Timezone
Not stated
Contract
Full-time
Experience
Mid
Category
Software
This employer didn't state pay. Jobs like this usually pay around $165k–$255k a year, a typical range taken from 594 mid-level software roles on Nomaders that do state pay. It's a guide, not an offer.
Remote flexibility
Hybrid
This role is only partly remote, the employer expects time in the office around Sunnyvale, CA, Hybrid, so you need to live within commuting distance.
What the employer says
- Source listing states candidate location: "Sunnyvale, CA, Hybrid"
- Listing mentions "Hybrid"
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- Not suitable if you plan to move between countries
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About the role
Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. This architecture allows Cerebras to deliver industry-leading training and inference speeds; over 10 times faster than GPU-based hyperscale cloud inference services. This order of magnitude increase in speed is transforming the user experience of AI applications, unlocking real-time iteration and increasing intelligence via additional agentic computation. Cerebras works with the leading model labs, global enterprises, and cutting-edge AI-native startups. OpenAI recently announced a multi-year partnership with Cerebras, to deploy 750 megawatts of scale, transforming key workloads with ultra high-speed inference.
Job Summary
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.
Key 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.
Required Qualifications
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.
Requirements
- ·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.
Benefits
No benefits package published with this listing. Ask about it at first interview.
How to apply
- 1Check the flexibility label above, hybrid, matches where you plan to live and work.
- 2Tailor your CV to the role at Cerebras, mentioning your remote working experience.
- 3Apply directly on the employer's careers page using the button below. Nomaders never handles your application.
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