Automation & Controls Engineer, Launch Pad (Starship)
Automation & Controls Engineer, Launch Pad (Starship)
Automation & Controls Engineer, Launch Pad (Starship)
SpaceX
SpaceX is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer for the Starship launch pad, focusing on the development and integration of electrical control systems for launch systems. The role involves designing control systems, electrical panels, and software for automation, contributing to the ambitious goal of enabling human life on Mars.
Qualification
- Experience with electrical control systems design
- Proficiency in PLC programming and debugging
- Knowledge of NFPA79/NEC/UL508A standards
- Experience with VFD configuration and tuning
- Familiarity with CAD software for mechanical integration
- Ability to work in hazardous environments
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Responsibility
- Architect, design and integrate control systems for the Starship Launch pads
- Design industrial electrical control panels compliant with NFPA79/NEC/UL508A
- Design control and data acquisition systems
- Design and author electrical schematics
- Design electrical conveyance and distribution systems
- Interface control systems with high power and communication equipment
- Design electrical systems for hazardous environments
- Architect, write, and debug PLC code
- Configure, commission and tune VFDs for control applications
- Generate HMI screens for complex machinery
- Add detail for electrical assemblies to CAD models
