Staff Controls Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

Anduril Anduril · Defense · McHenry, MS · Manufacturing : Manufacturing Engineering : Manufacturing Automation

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company seeking a Staff Controls Engineer for their Rocket Motor Systems team. The role involves designing, commissioning, and upgrading control systems for automated equipment used in Solid Rocket Motor production. Responsibilities include writing Siemens PLC code, integrating software, leading root cause analysis for automation failures, and tuning servo drives/VFDs. Requires a Bachelor's degree, 12+ years of experience in controls and automation, expertise in Siemens PLC programming, and proficiency with various communication protocols and electrical components. Must be a U.S. Person.

What you'd actually do

  1. Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for Solid Rocket Motor production equipment
  2. 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
  3. Generate and enforce internal standards for control systems architectures, regulatory compliance, and safety buyoffs
  4. Integrate internal and external FactoryOS software into automation equipment and production lines
  5. Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation failures, ensuring rapid resolution and long-term reliability

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
  • 12+ 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
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Nice to have

  • 15+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
  • Experience working in an energetics facility
  • Experience with control panel layout, electrical component selection, and cable routing
  • Electrical troubleshooting up to 600VAC
  • TUV FS Engineer certification (Functional Safety of Machinery)

What the JD emphasized

  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities