Senior Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril's Manufacturing Automation team is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join the team. The Manufacturing Automation team designs, integrates, and deploys automated manufacturing systems across Anduril factories.

As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will 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.

Key responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and manage controls systems for manufacturing
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code with an emphasis on generating organised, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code 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
• Install, configure, and tune servo drives / VFDs
• Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar
• 8+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
• Strong in PLC programming on both Rockwell & Siemens platforms
• Proficient in Ignition SCADA development
• Proficient in servo drive and VFD configuration, PID tuning, STO/SS, etc
• Strong knowledge of ethernet based communication protocols
• Experience integrating with MES and QMS
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Preferred qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
• Experience with control panel layout, electrical component selection, and cable routing
• Familiar with CAD packages including Solidworks, NX, CATIA, and AutoCAD
• TUV FS Engineer certification (Functional Safety of Machinery)

The salary range for this role is $146,000-$194,000 USD per year. Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings plans, and equity grants.