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Staff Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril· Manufacturing : Manufacturing Engineering : Manufacturing Automation
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Columbus, OH$143k - $191kFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Anduril is seeking a Staff Controls Engineer to design, commission, and upgrade control systems for high-rate production equipment at Arsenal-1, our advanced manufacturing facility in Columbus, OH. The role emphasizes Siemens PLC programming, integration of FactoryOS software, and leadership in reliability, safety, and continuous improvement on the production floor.

Responsibilities

  • Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for production equipment
  • Architect, write, and debug Siemens PLC code with an emphasis on organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code for high-volume manufacturing
  • 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
  • Collaborate with production and manufacturing stakeholders and frequently work directly on the production floor

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
  • U.S. citizenship is required pursuant to contractual obligations

Skills

Required:Siemens PLC programmingServo drive and VFD configurationEthernet-based protocolsElectrical component selectionSCADA / OT NetworkingRisk Assessments and Controls Safety DesignPneumatic concepts

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package (health, recovery, and other protections)
  • Top-tier benefits available to full-time employees at little to no cost
Last updated Sep 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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