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Controls SCADA Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

Anduril· Manufacturing : Manufacturing Engineering : Manufacturing Automation
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McHenry, MSFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Controls Engineer role focused on designing, commissioning, and maintaining SCADA-enabled automation for solid rocket motor production. Owns SCADA layer from PLC integration to Ignition applications and plant floor visibility.

Responsibilities

  • Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for Solid Rocket Motor production equipment
  • 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
  • Follow 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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
  • 2+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
  • Proficient 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
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Skills

Required:Siemens PLC programming (Ladder, Structured Text)Servo drives / VFD configurationIgnition SCADA development (Perspective, tag architecture, historian)Electrical design and component selection

Benefits

  • Benefits information referenced but not itemized in text; provided as part of compensation package description in job posting
Last updated Sep 30, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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