Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril • Costa Mesa, CA

13d

About The Position

Anduril’s Manufacturing Automation is seeking a Sustaining Controls Engineer to join our team. The Manufacturing Automation team is responsible for the design, integration, deployment and sustainment of automated manufacturing systems across Anduril factories. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to help define what production automation looks like for Anduril at a national scale.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
• Must be US security clearance eligible
• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent and relevant experience
• 2+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
• Strong in Allen Bradly PLC programming
• 24v, 120v and 480v electrical troubleshooting
• Must be able to read, interpret and modify electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical
• Proficient knowledge of ethernet based communication protocols

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of machine guarding methods and standards
• Knowledge of NFPA70, NFPA70E, NFPA79 and UL508A TL508A MTR Certification
• Proficient in servo drive and VFD configuration, PID tuning, STO/SS, etc
• Familiar with electrical design CAD software

Responsibilities

• Debug PLC logic with an emphasis keeping production running.
• Using lessons learned to drive continuous improvement of Andurils standards
• Enforce internal standards for control systems architectures, regulatory compliance, and safety buyoffs
• Integrate internal and external manufacturing software into automation equipment and production lines
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation failures, ensuring rapid resolution and long-term reliability
• Design functional HMIs/SCADA screens, that are in line with Anduril internal branding standards using Ignition by Inductive Automation
• Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Must be willing to work off shift or irregular hours

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package.
• Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
• Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level