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Controls Engineer (PLC/Siemens/Sensors)

Anduril Industries
Costa Mesa, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/5/2025 CLOSED ON 1/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer (PLC/Siemens/Sensors) position at Anduril Industries?

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

What You'll Do

  • Design and implement electrical systems and sensor networks for advanced manufacturing processes and equipment.
  • Develop integrated sensor solutions that enable real-time monitoring and control of critical process parameters.
  • Create data acquisition architectures that capture, process, and analyze sensor data from manufacturing operations.
  • Design electrical systems for manufacturing equipment, including power distribution, control circuits, and safety systems.
  • Select appropriate sensors, signal conditioning, and data acquisition components based on application requirements.
  • Develop closed-loop control systems that utilize sensor feedback for process optimization.
  • Integrate sensor systems with broader manufacturing execution and quality management systems.
  • Troubleshoot complex electrical and sensor systems to identify and resolve issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define sensing requirements for new manufacturing processes.
  • Document electrical designs, sensor configurations, and system architectures.
  • Support commissioning and validation of new sensor implementations in production environments.
  • Evaluate emerging sensor technologies for potential manufacturing applications.
  • Able to travel up to 50% of time.
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related technical field.
  • 5 years of experience designing and implementing electrical systems and sensor networks for industrial applications.
  • Demonstrated expertise with various sensor technologies (temperature, pressure, flow, position, vision, etc.).
  • Experience with data acquisition systems, signal conditioning, and sensor integration.
  • Knowledge of electrical system design, including power distribution, circuit protection, and control wiring.
  • Experience with industrial communication protocols for sensor networks and data transfer.
  • Ability to read and create electrical schematics and technical documentation.
  • Able to travel up to 50% of time
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Experience implementing IoT sensor networks in manufacturing environments.
  • Knowledge of machine vision systems and implementation.
  • Background in developing closed-loop control systems using sensor feedback.
  • Experience with digital signal processing techniques for sensor data.
  • Familiarity with SolidWorks Electrical or similar electrical design software.
  • Experience designing systems for harsh environments or maritime applications.
  • Knowledge of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) principles and practices.
  • Experience with wireless sensor networks and associated protocols.

US Salary Range

$170,000—$213,000 USD

Healthcare Benefits

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

  • US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
  • IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

  • Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
  • Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
  • Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
  • Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
  • Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
  • Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

  • US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
  • UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
  • AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.

Salary : $170,000 - $213,000

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