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Anduril Industries · 9 hours ago

Senior Production Automation Engineer (Equipment Safety)

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$146K/yr - $194K/yr

4+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The Senior Production Automation Engineer will lead machine safety efforts for manufacturing equipment, ensure regulatory compliance, and architect safety systems for automated production equipment.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead machine safety efforts for manufacturing equipment across multiple Anduril production lines

Be the safety expert during design, commissioning, and validation of automated / semi-automated production equipment

Determine the relevant safety standards, conduct hazard analysis / risk assessments, and perform safety buyoff for equipment including conveyance, robotics, process equipment, and lifting systems

Architect safety systems including E-Stops, scanners, light curtains, door interlocks, and other relevant hardware

Investigate and provide corrective actions for equipment safety failures or workplace injuries

Ensure regulatory compliance for production equipment

Qualification

Machine safety experienceFunctional Safety certificationSafety hardware integrationControl panel layoutCAD software proficiency

Required

Bachelor's degree in Robotics/Controls, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar

4+ years of machine safety experience in a production environment

Must have completed one of the following certifications: Functional Safety [TUV Rheinland] for Machinery Engineer, Functional Safety Engineer [TUV SUD], or Certified Machinery Safety Expert (CMSE) [TUV NORD]

Deep knowledge in selection, integration, and validation of safety hardware

Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Preferred

6+ years of machine safety experience in a production environment

Experience with control panel layout, electrical component selection, and cable routing

Familiar with CAD packages including NX, Solidworks, or AutoCAD

Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies and safety committees

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.

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.