Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)

About the role

The Anduril Rocket Motor Systems (RMS) team is on a mission to build next generation solid rocket motors for a safer, more connected world. The Lead Maintenance Engineer with an electrical focus supports and leads maintenance operations within a high-performance manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of maintenance technicians and electricians
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including:
• 3-phase power (208V, 240V, 480V)
• Motors, VFDs, PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell preferred)
• Control panels and instrumentation
• Maintain and improve critical production equipment such as mixers, dosing systems, cure systems, and inspection equipment
• Support facility systems, including electrical distribution and HVAC (Daikin or similar systems)
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance (PM) and drive reliability improvements
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) to reduce downtime and improve system performance
• Ensure compliance with LOTO, OSHA, and NFPA 70E safety standards
• Support equipment installation, upgrades, and commissioning projects
• Work closely with operations and engineering teams to prioritize and execute work
• Utilize CMMS to manage work orders and maintenance tracking

Requirements

• Certified Electrician (Journeyman or Master Electrician preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• 3-phase electrical systems
• Motor controls and troubleshooting
• PLC basics and control systems
• Proven ability to lead or mentor others in a maintenance environment
• Strong understanding of electrical safety and LOTO procedures
• Able to read and interpret schematics and technical documents

Preferred Qualifications

• HVAC certification (EPA Section 608) or hands-on HVAC experience
• Experience in high-safety or regulated environments (e.g., chemical, aerospace, energetics)
• Experience with VFDs, instrumentation, and automation systems
• Familiarity with CMMS systems

Pay

US Salary Range: $59,000 - $78,000 USD

Schedule

N/A