Hadrian
Electrical Controls Engineer, Special Projects
Hadrian, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Electrical Controls Engineer, Special Projects
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Hadrian . Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies make rockets, jets, and satellites 10x faster and 2x cheaper. Our CEO, Chris Power, discusses the importance of what we're building in this video. We are a lean yet mighty team of passionate individuals dedicated to building critical infrastructure to support the nation and advance humanity. We've raised over $200 million from investors like Lux Capital, A16Z, Founders Fund, and others. We utilize AI and robotics to automate and scale factories that are cost-competitive globally and future-proof against skilled labor shortages. Hadrian collaborates with startups, primes, and Tier 1/2 suppliers across markets to reduce costs, scale production, and enable critical programs in rocketry, satellites, shipbuilding, and more. The Role
We seek a skilled Electrical & Controls Engineer for our Special Projects division, focusing on designing, developing, and commissioning custom automation work centers for high-precision manufacturing. You will work closely with tooling engineers, software engineers, and project managers to bring advanced production systems from concept to operation, ensuring seamless hardware and software integration. Your responsibilities include:
Lead electrical and controls design for 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 industrial robots and sensors using protocols like EtherCAT, PROFINET, OPC-UA, and MQTT. Design and debug control panels to industrial standards (NFPA 79, UL 508A). Create HMI interfaces. Perform onsite commissioning, troubleshooting, and system optimization, mentoring junior engineers and documenting best practices. Qualifications
Expertise in PLC programming (IEC 61131-3), motion control, especially with TwinCAT 3 or TIA Portal. Proficiency in robotic systems integration with ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa, or Kuka. Experience designing and commissioning electrical systems and panels to industrial safety standards. Strong skills in sensor integration and risk assessments per ISO 13849 or ANSI B11. Ability to troubleshoot complex systems using diagnostic tools and lead root cause analysis. Preferred Skills
Experience with high-level programming languages like C# or Python. Knowledge of machine vision systems (Zivid, LMI, Keyence, Cognex). Familiarity with industrial networking and real-time data systems. Experience with MES systems and data pipelines (REST, MQTT). Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. 401(k) plan. Relocation stipend for candidates moving from outside LA. Flexible vacation policy. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with ITAR regulations. To work on U.S. government space technology, you must meet U.S. citizenship or residency requirements. Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and IT Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing
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Electrical Controls Engineer, Special Projects
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Hadrian . Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies make rockets, jets, and satellites 10x faster and 2x cheaper. Our CEO, Chris Power, discusses the importance of what we're building in this video. We are a lean yet mighty team of passionate individuals dedicated to building critical infrastructure to support the nation and advance humanity. We've raised over $200 million from investors like Lux Capital, A16Z, Founders Fund, and others. We utilize AI and robotics to automate and scale factories that are cost-competitive globally and future-proof against skilled labor shortages. Hadrian collaborates with startups, primes, and Tier 1/2 suppliers across markets to reduce costs, scale production, and enable critical programs in rocketry, satellites, shipbuilding, and more. The Role
We seek a skilled Electrical & Controls Engineer for our Special Projects division, focusing on designing, developing, and commissioning custom automation work centers for high-precision manufacturing. You will work closely with tooling engineers, software engineers, and project managers to bring advanced production systems from concept to operation, ensuring seamless hardware and software integration. Your responsibilities include:
Lead electrical and controls design for 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 industrial robots and sensors using protocols like EtherCAT, PROFINET, OPC-UA, and MQTT. Design and debug control panels to industrial standards (NFPA 79, UL 508A). Create HMI interfaces. Perform onsite commissioning, troubleshooting, and system optimization, mentoring junior engineers and documenting best practices. Qualifications
Expertise in PLC programming (IEC 61131-3), motion control, especially with TwinCAT 3 or TIA Portal. Proficiency in robotic systems integration with ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa, or Kuka. Experience designing and commissioning electrical systems and panels to industrial safety standards. Strong skills in sensor integration and risk assessments per ISO 13849 or ANSI B11. Ability to troubleshoot complex systems using diagnostic tools and lead root cause analysis. Preferred Skills
Experience with high-level programming languages like C# or Python. Knowledge of machine vision systems (Zivid, LMI, Keyence, Cognex). Familiarity with industrial networking and real-time data systems. Experience with MES systems and data pipelines (REST, MQTT). Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. 401(k) plan. Relocation stipend for candidates moving from outside LA. Flexible vacation policy. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with ITAR regulations. To work on U.S. government space technology, you must meet U.S. citizenship or residency requirements. Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and IT Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing
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