Senior Controls Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems
Anduril· Manufacturing : Manufacturing Engineering : Manufacturing Automation
McHenry, MSFull-timePosted 1mo ago
About the role
Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design, commission, and upgrade control systems for automated production equipment used in high-rate solid rocket motor production at the McHenry, MS plant.
Responsibilities
- Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for Solid Rocket Motor production equipment
- Architect, write, and debug Siemens PLC code with an emphasis on organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code 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
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 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
Skills
Required:Siemens PLC programmingservo drive configuration and VFD tuningEthernet-based protocolsElectrical component selectionSCADA integration
Benefits
- Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package.
- Top-tier benefits for full-time employees (health, recovery, and more)
- Comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees)
Last updated Sep 30, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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