Senior Automation Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Union Technologies is reindustrializing America’s defense manufacturing base with a first-of-its-kind Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model, integrating advanced robotics, manufacturing, and software into sovereign factory systems at scale. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, UNION is dedicated to restoring America’s industrial strength and guaranteeing deterrence for the century ahead.

We recently emerged from stealth with $50M in funding led by top-tier venture investors and strategic partners. Read more in our Press Release

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior / Lead Automation Engineer to architect, implement, and continuously refine full‑scale automation solutions across our advanced manufacturing operations. You will own the automation roadmap—from concept and capital justification through deployment, ramp, and lifecycle optimization—driving safety, productivity, and quality at enterprise scale.

Key Responsibilities :

Automation Strategy & Roadmap

• Define multi‑year automation vision aligned with business objectives and CapEx plans.
• Prioritize high‑impact projects using ROI, risk, and throughput models.
• Present strategic proposals to executive leadership and investors.

System Design & Integration

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Compliance & Leadership

Minimum Qualifications

B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Controls Engineering (M.S. preferred).

10+ years progressive experience in automation, robotics, or advanced manufacturing; 5+ years in a lead or staff‑level role.

Expert in at least one major robot platform (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa) and one PLC family (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens).

Strong grasp of OT networking (EtherNet / IP, Profinet, OPC UA) and MES / SCADA integration.

Proven leadership of cross‑functional teams and external integrators.

Excellent communication skills—able to translate technical detail into business impact for executives and investors.

Preferred / Bonus Skills

Experience in defense or aerospace manufacturing environments (AS9100, ITAR).

Familiarity with metal forging manufacturing, machine vision, or AI‑driven process control .

PMP or equivalent project‑management certification.

#LI-UNION

Join the mission. We'll handle the move.

Exceptional talent shouldn't be bound by geography. If you're ready to relocate to Dallas, TX and join us in reindustrializing America’s defense backbone, we'll make it easy—and for those who move quickly, additional incentives may be available.

Compensation Range : $115K - $232K