Staff Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril-1; Ashville (OH); On-site; USD 143,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Staff Controls Engineer to design, commission, and upgrade control systems on production equipment at Arsenal-1. You will lead Siemens PLC programming and tune servo drives, integrating with SCADA to enable reliable, scalable manufacturing.

Responsibilities include enforcing standards, performing risk assessments, and mentoring junior engineers while driving continuous improvement in a high-rate facility. Must have a SECRET clearance and be a U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of controls/automation in production environments.
• Expert Siemens PLC programming in Ladder and Structured Text.
• Proficient with servo drives, VFDs,ProfiNET, ProfiSAFE, Ethernet IP.
• Experience with SCADA integration and OT networking.
• Proficient with electrical component selection and wire sizing.
• Knowledge of NFPA70e electrical safety practices.
• Active U.S. Government SECRET security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for production equipment.
• Architect, write, and debug Siemens PLC code with emphasis on maintainability.
• Enforce internal standards for control architectures, safety buyoffs, and compliance.
• Integrate FactoryOS software into automation equipment and lines.
• 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 reliability.
• Mentor junior engineers and set controls standards.

Skills

Siemens PLC programming

Servo drive tuning

OT Networking

Risk Assessments

Pneumatic concepts

Electrical safety NFPA70e

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Robotics

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Ignition SCADA

Job description

Staff Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

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 Staff 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 design, commission, and upgrade control systems for production equipment.

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
• 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
• Mentor junior controls engineers and provide technical direction on integrator-delivered work

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• 8+ 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 integrating with SCADA and OT Networking
• 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

• 12+ 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.
• Experience with SCADA platforms such as Ignition, including Perspective and tag historian configuration
• TUV FS Engineer certification (Functional Safety of Machinery)
• Experience mentoring engineers and setting controls standards across a facility
• Active U.S. Government TOP SECRET security clearance

US Salary Range

$143,000 - $191,000 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:

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 .