Staff Robotics Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$166,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
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This role $193k
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This role pays more than 67% of similar roles. Most pay $146,500–$214,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $193k versus about $180k for comparable roles.

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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 1745 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1542 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Staff Robotics Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Staff Robotics Engineer, Manufacturing Automation joins the Manufacturing Automation team to lead the design, integration, and deployment of automated manufacturing systems across factories. This role involves selecting and integrating industrial robot and cobot applications, developing motion planning and vision-based guidance programs, and designing robot cell layouts with necessary safety infrastructure. The engineer will manage end-of-arm tooling, develop simulation models for cycle time validation, and establish internal standards for robotic system design and programming. Key technical requirements include expertise in FANUC and UR robots, proficiency in simulation software like ROBOGUIDE or Visual Components, and experience with EtherNet/IP, Profinet, and PLC programming via Allen Bradley and Siemens. The role also requires skills in CAD packages such as NX or AutoCAD to solve complex production automation challenges within a manufacturing environment.

What you'll do

  • Design and integrate industrial robot and cobot applications from initial concept through full production deployment.
  • Develop, optimize, and debug robot programs including motion planning, safety configurations, and vision-based guidance.
  • Specify and integrate end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) such as grippers, sensors, and custom tools.
  • Design and manage robot cell layouts, including work envelopes, infrastructure, and safety enclosures.
  • Implement and verify industrial safety functions in accordance with relevant safety standards.
  • Execute simulation models to validate robot reach, cycle time, and potential collisions before physical implementation.
  • Define the robotics technology roadmap and establish internal standards for design, programming, and integration.
  • Provide technical leadership across multiple programs and mentor members of the robotics team.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 12+ years of hands-on experience in robotics and automation within a manufacturing production environment.
  • Expert proficiency in programming and commissioning FANUC and UR robots/cobots.
  • Proficiency in robot simulation software such as ROBOGUIDE, UR Virtual Controller, or Visual Components.
  • Strong understanding of robot kinematics, dynamics, motion control, and advanced path planning.
  • In-depth knowledge of industrial safety standards (ISO 10218, RIA R15.06) and safety functions like STO and SLS.
  • Experience with EtherNet/IP, Profinet, and vision systems for guidance and quality control.
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to export controlled information requirements.

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