Controls Engineer, Special Projects at Hadrian

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Defense, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Expertise in PLC programming (IEC 61131-3) and motion control, especially with TwinCAT 3 or TIA Portal
Proficiency in robotic systems integration with ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa, or Kuka platforms
Experience designing and commissioning electrical systems and panels to industrial safety standards
Strong skills in integrating sensors and performing risk assessments in accordance with safety standards such as ISO 13849 or ANSI B11
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems using diagnostic tools and lead structured root cause analysis
What will set you apart
Experience with high-level programming languages such as C# or Python to extend platform capabilities
Proficiency in designing and deploying machine vision systems using platforms like Zivid, LMI, Keyence, or Cognex
Familiarity with secure industrial networking and real-time data acquisition systems
Experience integrating MES systems and working with data pipelines (REST, MQTT)

Responsibilities

Lead the electrical and controls design for advanced automated manufacturing systems, including CNC, robotic, and tooling cells
Develop and maintain PLC applications using Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 or Siemens TIA Portal
Integrate and commission a variety of industrial robots and sensors using industrial protocols such as EtherCAT, PROFINET, OPC-UA, and MQTT
Design and debug control panels to industrial standards (NFPA 79, UL 508A)
Design and create HMI interfaces
Perform onsite commissioning, troubleshooting, and system optimization, including mentoring junior engineers and codifying best practices

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Electrical DesignControls DesignAutomation SystemsSystem CommissioningHardware IntegrationSoftware Integration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this Controls Engineer position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Controls Engineer role remote or onsite?

The position is onsite.

What key skills are required for the Controls Engineer role?

Required skills include expertise in PLC programming (IEC 61131-3) and motion control with TwinCAT 3 or TIA Portal, proficiency in robotic systems integration with ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa, or Kuka, experience designing and commissioning electrical systems to industrial safety standards, and skills in integrating sensors with safety standards like ISO 13849 or ANSI B11.

What is the team like at Hadrian for this role?

You will work directly with tooling engineers, software engineers, and project and program managers in Hadrian’s Special Projects division, a lean yet mighty team passionate about building critical infrastructure.

What makes a strong candidate for this Controls Engineer position?

Strong candidates have demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems, lead electrical and controls design for automated manufacturing, develop PLC applications, integrate robots and sensors, and perform onsite commissioning while mentoring junior engineers.

Hadrian

Automated factories for precision metal components

About Hadrian

Hadrian builds automated factories to produce precision metal components for the Space & Defense industry. These factories are designed to manufacture parts for rockets, satellites, jets, and drones much faster and cheaper than traditional machine shops. By automating the manufacturing process, Hadrian can deliver flight-grade machined parts in as little as 5 to 21 days, depending on the complexity of the part. The company uses advanced scheduling and capacity management systems to ensure timely delivery and provides customers with real-time visibility into their orders, including inspection results. Unlike its competitors, Hadrian focuses on creating a highly efficient production environment that significantly reduces costs and improves production speed. The goal is to enhance the manufacturing capabilities of their customers and support them in bringing new products to market more effectively.

Torrance, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2020Year Founded

$224.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, DefenseIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Substantial equity grants

Healthcare, vision, dental, & life Insurance

Stipends for relocation, home office and/or flights to LA

Exposure to Tier 1 VCs & Angel Investors

If you leave to start your own company, we'll invest and help you fundraise

Risks

Increased competition from automated manufacturing startups threatens Hadrian's market share.

Reliance on venture capital funding poses financial risks for Hadrian's expansion plans.

Geopolitical tensions could lead to regulatory changes impacting Hadrian's operations.

Differentiation

Hadrian builds autonomous, software-defined precision component factories for aerospace and defense.

The company delivers flight-grade machined parts in 5-21 days, enhancing efficiency.

Real-time visibility and advanced scheduling set Hadrian apart in precision manufacturing.

Upsides

Increased demand for precision components in the eVTOL market boosts Hadrian's growth potential.

U.S. government investment in domestic manufacturing aligns with Hadrian's expansion plans.

Industry 4.0 technologies enhance Hadrian's automated factory systems, improving efficiency.

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