Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Ashville, OHColumbus, OH
Salary
$114,000–$152,000 / yr
Posted
49 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 906 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

The Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation joins the Automation team to design, commission, and upgrade control systems for production equipment at an advanced manufacturing facility. This role involves writing and debugging Siemens PLC code using Ladder and Structured Text to support high-volume manufacturing applications. Key responsibilities include installing and tuning servo drives and VFDs, performing root cause analysis for automation failures, and integrating FactoryOS software into production lines. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in ethernet-based communication protocols like ProfiNET and ProfiSAFE, as well as SCADA and OT Networking. The position requires expertise in electrical component selection, pneumatic concepts, and risk assessments. The work focuses on creating automated equipment for high-rate production, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining safety standards within a complex manufacturing environment.

What you'll do

  • Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for high-volume production equipment.
  • Write and debug structured, maintainable Siemens PLC code for manufacturing applications.
  • Integrate internal and external FactoryOS software into production lines and automation equipment.
  • Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for automation failures.
  • Install, configure, and tune servo drives and VFDs.
  • Perform risk assessments and ensure compliance with control systems safety designs.
  • Select electrical components and manage wire sizing, circuit protection, and heat management.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
  • 2+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment.
  • Proficient in Siemens PLC programming using Ladder and Structured Text.
  • Proficient in servo drive and VFD configuration, PID tuning, and STO/SS.
  • Strong knowledge of ethernet based communication protocols including ProfiNET, ProfiSAFE, and Ethernet IP.
  • Proficient with electrical component selection, wire sizing, circuit protection, and heat management.
  • Experience integrating with SCADA, OT Networking, and performing Risk Assessments and Controls Safety Design.
  • U.S. citizenship is required; must be a U.S. Person due to export-controlled information requirements.

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