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Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril· Manufacturing : Manufacturing Engineering : Manufacturing Automation
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Costa Mesa, CA$123k - $171kfull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Sustaining Controls Engineer position within Anduril's Manufacturing Automation team, focused on design, integration, deployment, and sustainment of automated manufacturing systems across Anduril factories.

Responsibilities

  • Debug PLC logic with an emphasis keeping production running. Using lessons learned to drive continuous improvement of Andurils standards
  • Enforce internal standards for control systems architectures, regulatory compliance, and safety buyoffs
  • Integrate internal and external manufacturing software into automation equipment and production lines
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation failures, ensuring rapid resolution and long-term reliability
  • Design functional HMIs/SCADA screens, that are in line with Anduril internal branding standards using Ignition by Inductive Automation
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
  • Must be willing to work off shift or irregular hours

Qualifications

  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
  • Must be US security clearance eligible
  • Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent and relevant experience
  • 2+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
  • Strong in Allen Bradley PLC programming
  • 24v, 120v and 480v electrical troubleshooting
  • Must be able to read, interpret and modify electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical
  • Proficient knowledge of ethernet based communication protocols

Skills

Required:Allen-Bradley PLC programmingElectrical troubleshooting (24V/120V/480V)AutoCAD ElectricalEthernet-based communication protocols

Benefits

  • Benefits package available (Health, recovery, and other supports)
  • Competitive compensation with base salary and equity grants
  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees
Last updated Sep 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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