Senior Mechatronics Engineer, Electro-Mechanical

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$130,000–$185,000 / yr
Posted
105 days ago
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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.

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TL;DR · Senior Mechatronics Engineer, Electro-Mechanical

The Senior Mechatronics Engineer, Electro-Mechanical (PCB design + Motors/Actuation) joins the core product development team to build complex systems including optical systems, batteries, mechanisms, control systems, and sensors. This role involves executing rapid engineering concept evaluations, performing physics-based trade studies, and managing vendor relationships. Key responsibilities include designing, implementing, and testing electro-mechanical systems, building prototypes, and transitioning successful projects into production. The candidate must utilize first principles physics and possess expertise in PCB design using ECAD tools like Altium or KiCAD. Required skills include hands-on prototyping, soldering, and experience with BLDC/brushed motor controllers, microcontrollers, and power conversion. Technical competencies include interpreting schematics, utilizing oscilloscopes, and implementing communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, and CAN for ruggedized electronics hardware products.

What you'll do

  • Design, implement, and test complex electro-mechanical systems including optical systems, batteries, and sensors.
  • Build hardware prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production.
  • Perform trade studies and physics-based analysis to solve complex engineering problems.
  • Lead design reviews, define hardware test plans, and execute testing at various sites.
  • Manage early vendor relationships and identify industry partners for project needs.
  • Execute rapid evaluations of engineering concepts across a wide range of technical fields.
  • Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed.

What we're looking for

  • BS, MS, or PhD in an engineering field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
  • 5+ years of electrical/design experience in a professional setting.
  • Experience in PCB design and any ECAD software such as Altium or KiCAD.
  • Hands-on prototyping experience including soldering, board assembly, and harnessing.
  • Experience with controls, actuation, robotics, or motor/servo drive systems.
  • Ability to read and manipulate schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts.
  • Experience in bare metal microcontroller design from schematic to bringup (preferred).

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