Senior SCADA Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

The Automation team at Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join their team. The team designs and commissions automated equipment for high-rate production at Arsenal-1, their advanced manufacturing facility in Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities

• Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for production equipment
• Architect, write, and debug Siemens 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
• Build and maintain SCADA applications in Ignition, including tag architecture, Perspective screens, alarming, and historian configuration
• 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

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• 4+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
• Expert in Siemens PLC programming (Ladder and Structured Text)
• Proficient in servo drive and VFD configuration, PID tuning, STO/SS, etc.
• Strong knowledge of ethernet-based communication protocols (ProfiNET, ProfiSAFE, Ethernet IP)
• Proficient with electrical component selection and a solid foundation of wire sizing, circuit protection, and heat management in control cabinets
• Experience developing SCADA applications in Ignition (Perspective, tag architecture, and historian)
• Experience with performing Risk Assessments and Controls Safety Design
• Proficient with pneumatic concepts and design
• Familiar with NFPA70e electrical safety practices
• Active U.S. Government SECRET security clearance
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities

Preferred Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
• Experience with control panel layout, electrical component selection, and cable routing
• Electrical troubleshooting up to 600VAC
• TUV FS Engineer certification (Functional Safety of Machinery)
• Active U.S. Government TOP SECRET security clearance

Benefits Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive, competitive benefits packages.