Senior Automation Engineer, Propulsion

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

As a Senior Automation Engineer, Propulsion, you will design, build, and commission automated manufacturing systems to improve production throughput, product quality, and operator safety.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and commission automated manufacturing systems to improve production throughput, product quality, and operator safety
• Work with product-specific design & manufacturing teams to scope the appropriate level of automation
• Own the design and integration of automation cells including robot / cobot applications, conveyance, bespoke electromechanical systems, and automated inspection
• Work with IE and Facilities teams to lay out production lines in new and existing Anduril factories
• Generate 2D and 3D CAD files for automation lines and their systems / components
• Enforce and contribute to Anduril’s internal processes & 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

Required Qualifications:

• 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:

• Highly competitive equity grants
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive health, recovery, and support

Salary Range: $146,000-$194,000 USD