Senior Automation Engineer, Propulsion

Anduril Industries

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On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
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$146,000–$194,000 / yr
Posted
61 days ago
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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.

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TL;DR · Senior Automation Engineer, Propulsion

As a Senior Automation Engineer, Propulsion, you will join the team to design, build, and commission automated manufacturing systems aimed at improving production throughput, quality, and operator safety. You will own the integration of automation cells, including robot and cobot applications, conveyance systems, bespoke electromechanical components, and automated inspection processes. Your daily work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment, reduce downtime, and develop 2D and 3D CAD files for production lines. The role requires proficiency in NX, Solidworks, or AutoCAD, along with expertise in robot path planning, EOAT design, and integrating control components like PLCs, HMIs, and safety scanners. You will solve manufacturing challenges by implementing advanced conveyance systems such as AGVs or AMRs while ensuring adherence to internal standards for requirements definition and commissioning sequences within the propulsion product area.

What you'll do

  • Design, build, and commission automated manufacturing systems to improve production throughput and safety.
  • Scope the appropriate levels of automation in collaboration with product design and manufacturing teams.
  • Own the design and integration of robot/cobot applications, conveyance systems, and bespoke electromechanical components.
  • Generate 2D and 3D CAD files for automation lines and their specific components.
  • Layout production lines within new and existing factory facilities.
  • Enforce internal standards for requirements definition, vendor solicitation, and commissioning sequences.
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues to reduce downtime and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field.
  • 6+ years of experience designing and commissioning automated production equipment.
  • Proficiency in CAD modeling using NX, Solidworks, or AutoCAD.
  • Proficiency in robot/cobot selection and integration, including path planning, EOAT design, dresspacks, and safety.
  • Experience with at least one major conveyance system such as fixed/palletized, AGV/AMR, slat, or overhead carrier.
  • Experience integrating control components including PLCs, HMIs, pushbuttons, stack lights, and safety scanners.
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to export-controlled information or facilities.

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