Senior SCADA Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril Industries; Ashville (OH); On-site; USD 126,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Top-tier benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer for its Automation team in Columbus, OH. You will own the SCADA layer from PLC integration through Ignition, enabling plant-floor visibility and high-rate production.

You’ll design, commission, and upgrade control systems, write Siemens PLC code, tune servo drives, and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• BS in Robotics, CS, ME, or EE.
• 4+ years of controls/automation in production.
• Siemens PLC programming (Ladder, Structured Text).
• Servo drive and VFD configuration; PID tuning.
• Ethernet-based protocols: ProfiNET, ProfiSAFE, Ethernet/IP.
• Ignition (Perspective, tag architecture, historian).
• Risk assessments and safety design.
• NFPA70e electrical safety practices.
• Active U.S. Government SECRET security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to export control access.

Responsibilities

• Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for production equipment.
• Architect, write, and debug Siemens PLC code for high-volume manufacturing.
• Generate and enforce internal standards for control architectures and safety buyoffs.
• Integrate FactoryOS software into automation equipment and production lines.
• Build and maintain SCADA applications in Ignition (Perspective, tag architecture, historian).
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation failures.
• Install, configure, and tune servo drives / VFDs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce downtime and improve processes.

Skills

Controls & automation experience

Security clearance

Siemens PLC knowledge

SCADA & Ignition

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, CS, ME, or EE

Tools

Siemens PLC programming

Ethernet protocols (ProfiNET/ProfiSAFE/Ethernet IP)

Servo drives / VFD tuning

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril’s Automation team is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join our team. The Automation team is designing and commissioning automated equipment for high rate production at Arsenal-1, our advanced manufacturing facility in Columbus, OH. In this role, you will own the SCADA layer that production depends on, from PLC integration through Ignition applications and plant floor visibility.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for production equipment
• Architect, write, and debug Siemens PLC code with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable for high-volume manufacturing applications
• Generate and enforce internal standards for control systems architectures, regulatory compliance, and safety buyoffs
• Integrate internal and external FactoryOS software into automation equipment and production lines
• Build and maintain SCADA applications in Ignition, including tag architecture, Perspective screens, alarming, and historian configuration
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation failures, ensuring rapid resolution and long-term reliability
• Install, configure, and tune servo drives / VFDs
• Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 (Ladder and Structured Text)
• Proficient in servo drive and VFD configuration, PID tuning, STO/SS, etc.
• Strong knowledge of ethernet based communication protocols (ProfiNET, ProfiSAFE, Ethernet IP.)
• Proficient with electrical component selection and a solid foundation of wire sizing, circuit protection, and heat management in control cabinets.
• Experience developing SCADA applications in Ignition (Perspective, tag architecture, and historian)
• Experience with performing Risk Assessments and Controls Safety Design
• Proficient with pneumatic concepts and design
• Familiar with NFPA70e electrical safety practices
• Active U.S. Government SECRET security clearance
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
• Experience with control panel layout, electrical component selection, and cable routing
• Electrical troubleshooting up to 600VAC.
• TUV FS Engineer certification (Functional Safety of Machinery)
• Active U.S. Government TOP SECRET security clearance

US Salary Range

$126,000—$167,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril’s total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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