Senior SCADA Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Ashville, OH
Salary
$127,000–$170,000 / yr
Posted
47 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 SCADA Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

The Senior SCADA Controls Engineer joins the Automation team to design and commission automated equipment for high-rate production at an advanced manufacturing facility. This role involves owning the SCADA layer, including PLC integration, plant floor visibility, and building applications in Ignition with Perspective screens, tag architecture, and historian configurations. Key responsibilities include architecting and debugging Siemens PLC code using Ladder and Structured Text, installing and tuning servo drives and VFDs, and integrating FactoryOS software. The engineer must manage control systems architectures, regulatory compliance, and safety buyoffs while performing root cause analysis for automation failures. Required technical skills include proficiency in ProfiNET, ProfiSAFE, and Ethernet IP protocols, along with knowledge of pneumatic concepts, electrical component selection, and NFPA70e safety practices to solve complex manufacturing automation problems.

What you'll do

  • Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for high-volume production equipment.
  • Architect, write, and debug structured Siemens PLC code for manufacturing applications.
  • Build and maintain SCADA applications in Ignition, including tag architecture and historian configuration.
  • Integrate internal and external FactoryOS software into production lines and automation equipment.
  • Install, configure, and tune servo drives and VFDs.
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation failures to ensure reliability.
  • Generate and enforce internal standards for control system architectures and safety buyoffs.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
  • 4+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment.
  • Expert 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 developing SCADA applications in Ignition including Perspective, tag architecture, and historian.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.

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