Hiring: Senior Mechatronics Engineer Company: Inversion Location: Los Angeles, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:58:12 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : AutoCAD, C++, CAD, PLC, Python, Security Clearance, Spark, Systems Design About the job Experience: •5+ years of experience developing automation or robotics for manufacturing Required Skills: •Stand up an automated fiber placement capability, from requirements definition and machine specification through procurement, integration, and commissioning •Design, build, and iterate custom end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) for material deposition, handling, and processing •Design and integrate robotic work cells, including robot selection, cell layout, safety systems, and fixturing •Develop robot programs and deposition paths, including offline programming and path planning for complex tool surfaces •Integrate controls, sensing, and machine interfaces — PLC/HMI, motion control, and in-process monitoring •Work closely with materials and process engineers to translate material behavior into machine parameters, and iterate the machinery as the material evolves •Drive cycle time, reliability, and process capability improvements as the capability matures from first articles toward rate production Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or equivalent experience in a related field •Typically, 5+ years of experience developing automation or robotics for manufacturing •Proficiency with 3D CAD for the design of tooling and automation hardware •Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, including prototyping and rapid iteration of new products •This position is on-site at Inversion HQ in Playa Vista, CA. •Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!