Electrical Controls Engineer at Hadrian

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Aerospace, Defense, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an engineering, physics, or computer science discipline
Experience with Siemens automation systems and programming
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
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Lead the electrical and controls design for advanced automated manufacturing robotic cells
Write and maintain PLC applications using Siemens TIA Portal
Design and debug control panels to industrial standards (NFPA 79, UL 508A)
Develop and maintain electrical documentation, wiring diagrams, and bill of materials (BOMs)
Commission and debug automation systems on the production floor
Diagnose and resolve control system and hardware issues
Develop standards, documentation, and procedures for scalable automation deployment

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Electrical DesignControls EngineeringRoboticsAutomationMachiningSystem CommissioningHardware Integration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and experience are required for this Electrical Controls Engineer role?

Required experience includes Siemens automation systems and programming, designing and commissioning electrical systems and panels to industrial safety standards, and strong skills in integrating sensors and performing risk assessments per ISO 13849 or ANSI B11. Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or computer science, plus the ability to troubleshoot complex systems.

What is the team like at Hadrian?

You'll join Hadrian’s Factory Automation division, working directly with hardware engineers, software engineers, and robotics engineers to build and scale automated manufacturing systems as part of a fast-growing, world-class team united by a mission to reindustrialize American manufacturing.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

Hadrian seeks a curious and self-motivated expert with demonstrated hands-on experience in electrical controls design, Siemens PLC programming, panel building to standards like NFPA 79 and UL 508A, system commissioning, and troubleshooting complex automation.

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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