Senior Automation Engineer, Propulsion

About the role

Anduril Industries seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves designing, building, and commissioning automated manufacturing systems to enhance production efficiency, product quality, and operator safety.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate automation cells including robot/cobot applications, conveyance systems, bespoke electromechanical systems, and automated inspection
• Lay out production lines in new and existing Anduril factories
• Create 2D and 3D CAD files for automation lines and their systems/components
• Enforce and contribute to Anduril’s internal processes and standards, including requirements definition, vendor solicitation, commissioning sequences, and safety buyoffs
• 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, or similar
• 6+ years of experience designing and commissioning automated production equipment
• Proficient CAD modeling in NX, Solidworks or AutoCAD
• Proficient in Robot/Cobot selection and integration, including path planning, EOAT design, dresspacks, and safety
• Experience with at least one major conveyance system (fixed/palletized, AGV/AMR, slat, overhead carrier, etc)
• Experience integrating various control components including PLCs, HMIs, pushbuttons, stack lights, safety scanners, etc
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Preferred Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience designing and commissioning automated production equipment
• Strong 3D CAD in NX
• Experience with automated dispense systems (adhesives, TIMs, paint, coatings, etc)
• Experience with multiple conveyance systems (fixed/palletized, AGV/AMR, slat, overhead carrier, etc)
• Experience with control panel layout, electrical component selection, and cable routing
• Experience integrating with MES and QMS

Benefits

The salary range for this role is $146,000—$194,000 USD. Anduril offers highly competitive equity grants and top-tier benefits, including comprehensive health, recovery, and retirement plans. For more information, explore our benefits.

Pay

$146,000—$194,000 USD

Schedule

Full-time