Staff Controls Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril’s Rocket Motor Systems team is seeking a Staff Controls Engineer to join our team. The Rocket Motor Systems team is designing and commissioning automated equipment for high rate production of Solid Rocket Motors at our plant in McHenry, MS. In this role, you will design, commission, and upgrade control systems for Solid Rocket Motor production equipment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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)

Details

ABOUT THE TEAM

WHAT YOU’LL DO

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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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)