Senior​/Principal Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Senior/Principal Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Torus is a pioneering, sustainable energy solutions company based in Utah, dedicated to revolutionizing renewable energy storage and management. Our mission is to empower communities to become their own sustainable energy providers. We tackle critical challenges facing the American energy landscape with advanced Torus Spin Flywheel™ technology that charges and discharges electricity 16 times faster than traditional batteries, ensuring rapid response to grid demands and enhancing energy efficiency.

Our advanced manufacturing, research, and development facilities in South Salt Lake and Springville, Utah drive continuous innovation, and our commitment to American manufacturing ensures quality and reliability. Join us at Torus and be part of an exciting team that is transforming the energy landscape.

As a Senior/Principal Manufacturing Automation Engineer on our team, you will contribute directly to advancing our mission to empower communities to become their own renewable energy provider. We are equipping a state‑of‑the‑art 500,000 sq/ft facility with a focus on automation. Our products and parts are large and heavy and you'll be responsible for optimizing how these materials move through our facility.

• Own hardware development through all stages: conceptualization, prototyping, testing, and production.
• Solve complex technical problems to meet product specifications, while balancing cost, complexity, and quality.
• Build, test, and analyze hardware systems using sensors, test equipment, and electromechanical components.
• Rapidly iterate on designs and analyses to guide product development direction.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles, including poka‑yoke techniques, to reduce part count, process complexity, and improve reliability.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams and external engineering partners to drive design decisions and execution.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• Work directly with the design team to build the automated process into the design.
• Plan and procure the equipment required to achieve throughput targets.
• Program directly or work closely with a programmer to ensure the output is successfully delivered.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in automation design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing or equivalent.
• Strong CAD proficiency, with hands‑on experience in mechanical design tools.
• Proven ability to take full ownership of complex technical challenges and system‑level designs.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience in prototyping, testing, and design validation.
• Proven track record and passion for designing robust mechatronic assemblies.
• Proactive, action‑oriented approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with robotics.
• Proficient in Solid Works and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Automation Programming Experience.
• Broad technical expertise spanning multiple mechanical engineering domains.
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and application of Statistical Process Control (SPC) in development and manufacturing environments.

• Employee Rewards Package including equity.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Health Benefits Package:
  Choice between traditional PPO or HSA‑eligible medical plans; dental insurance; and vision insurance.
• Human‑centered Paid Time Off (based on employment status) including unlimited discretionary PTO; 10 days paid company holidays; waiting period‑free 100% paid parental leave.
• Torus paid Life with option to purchase additional coverage.
• Voluntary Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Peer Recognition Program.

• Background Check:
  All candidates are subject to a background check.
• Location + Travel:
  The role is based in our South Salt Lake Headquarters Warehouse (air‑conditioned) with occasional remote work as needed. May require occasional onsite work in Springville R&D warehouse (air‑conditioned and non‑air‑conditioned).
• Schedul…