Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

About The Team

Anduril’s Manufacturing Automation team is responsible for the design, integration, and deployment of automated manufacturing systems across Anduril factories. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to help define what production automation looks like for Anduril at a national scale.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and manage controls systems for manufacturing – this includes initial factory ideation, machine commissioning, proof of rate capability, and eventual hand-off to sustainment teams
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable for high-volume manufacturing applications
• Generate and enforce internal standards for control systems architectures, regulatory compliance, and safety buyoffs
• Integrate internal and external FactoryOS software into automation equipment and production lines
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation failures, ensuring rapid resolution and long-term reliability
• Install, configure, and tune servo drives / VFDs
• Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
• Strong in PLC programming on either Rockwell or Siemens platforms
• Proficient knowledge of ethernet based communication protocols
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
• Experience with control panel layout, electrical component selection, and cable routing
• Proficient in Ignition SCADA development
• Experience integrating with MES and QMS
• Proficient in servo drive and VFD configuration, PID tuning, STO/SS, etc
• Familiar with CAD packages including Solidworks, NX, CATIA, and AutoCAD

Pay

US Salary Range $129,000—$171,000 USD

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees at little to no cost, including comprehensive health coverage, support for recovery, and future planning