Automation Engineer

About the company

Our client is an advanced manufacturing startup developing automated machining systems. The engineering team is building repeatable processes for high-quality industrial production.

The role

Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Join as an Automation Engineer and shape the manufacturing systems behind an automated machining cell. This is a hands-on role spanning tooling, workholding, equipment, quality, and process qualification.

What you'll do

- Standardize tooling and tool-wear parameters.

- Design workholding and pallet strategies for unattended production.

- Select and integrate machine-monitoring sensors.

- Develop quality inspection approaches using probing, scanning, or automated metrology.

- Evaluate machines and equipment with vendors through acceptance testing.

- Prove out new parts and qualify processes.

- Work with software engineers to automate manufacturing workflows.

What we're looking for

- 3 to 5 years of CNC machining or manufacturing engineering experience.

- Deep hands-on knowledge of five-axis milling and CNC programming.

- A bachelor's degree in engineering or another STEM field.

- Experience with automated machining cells, pallets, or linear systems.

- Familiarity with CAM, G-code, macros, and in-process probing.

- The client lists US citizenship or lawful permanent residency as an eligibility requirement for this role.

Bonus points

- Titanium, Inconel, or other hard-alloy machining.

- Experience standardizing tooling, workholding, and equipment selection.

- Collegiate motorsports or Formula SAE experience.

Compensation and benefits

- Base salary: USD 150,000 to 200,000 per year.

- Equity: Equity compensation is expected; specific terms will be discussed at offer stage.

- Health, dental, and vision coverage.

- A relocation stipend is available.

Location and work model

- Austin, Texas, United States.

- Five days per week onsite.