Staff Robotics Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril Industries • Costa Mesa, CA

18h

About The Position

Anduril’s Manufacturing Automation team is seeking a Staff Robotics Engineer to join our team. The Manufacturing Automation team is responsible for the design, integration, and deployment 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

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in robotics and automation within a manufacturing production environment
• Expert in programming and commissioning robots / cobots from FANUC and UR
• Significant experience in utilizing robot simulation software (e.g., RoboDK, FANUC ROBOGUIDE, UR Virtual Controller, Delmia)
• Strong theoretical and practical understanding of robot kinematics, dynamics, motion control, and advanced path planning techniques
• Strong capability in the configuration, tuning, and troubleshooting of robot drives, servo motors, and associated motion control systems
• In-depth knowledge of industrial safety standards (e.g., ISO 10218, RIA R15.06) and the implementation of safety functions like STO, SLS, SS1, etc
• Proven experience in EOAT selection, design, integration, and troubleshooting, including pneumatic, electric, and vacuum grippers
• Knowledge of PLC programming (Rockwell and Siemens)
• Strong understanding of EtherNet/IP and Profinet
• Experience designing and deploying robotic dispense systems
• Experience integrating and configuring vision systems for guidance, inspection, and quality control
• Familiarity with CAD packages including Solidworks, NX, CATIA, or AutoCAD
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Nice To Haves

• 12+ years of hands-on experience in robotics and automation within a manufacturing production environment
• Experience designing robots and other mechatronic systems from scratch
• TUV FS Engineer certification (Functional Safety of Machinery)

Responsibilities

• Select, design, and integrate industrial robots / cobots for manufacturing automation, from initial concept through full production deployment
• Develop, optimize, and debug robot programs, including motion planning, path planning, safety configurations, and vision-based guidance
• Specify, select, and integrate EOAT, including grippers, sensors, and custom tooling
• Design and manage robot cell layouts, including safety enclosures, work envelopes, and necessary infrastructure
• Implement and verify safety functions (STO, SLS, etc.) in accordance with relevant safety standards
• Develop and execute simulation models to validate robot reach, cycle time, and potential collisions before physical implementation
• Select and integrate robot dresspacks
• Develop and enforce internal standards for robotic system design, programming, safety, and integration
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including controls engineers, mechanical designers, and production staff, to ensure seamless integration of robotic systems

Benefits

• Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
• Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
• Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
• Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

What This Job Offers

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