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Anduril Industries

Senior Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril Industries
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onsite senior full-time $126,000-$167,000 USD Ashville, Ohio

First indexed 11 Sept 2026

Description

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 our team. The Automation team is designing and commissioning automated equipment for high rate production at Arsenal-1, our advanced manufacturing facility in Columbus, OH.

In this role, you will design, commission, and upgrade control systems for production equipment.

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
  • 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 integrating with SCADA and OT Networking
  • 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.
  • Experience with SCADA platforms such as Ignition, including Perspective and tag historian configuration
  • 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 package (available at little to no cost to employees) to support health, recovery, and overall well-being.

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