Automation & Controls Engineer (Starship)
Automation & Controls Engineer (Starship)
Automation & Controls Engineer (Starship)
SpaceX
SpaceX is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer for its Starship project, which aims to develop a fully reusable transportation system for space exploration. The role involves designing and implementing automated solutions for the production of Starship, working with a talented team to enhance manufacturing processes.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Experience with PLC programming and debugging.
- Knowledge of industrial electrical control systems and safety standards.
- Familiarity with HMI design and implementation.
- Experience in automated manufacturing processes and robotics.
Responsibility
- Participate in initial equipment conceptual development balancing specifications, requirements, and costs.
- Lay out new industrial electrical control panels compliant with NFPA79/NEC/UL508A standards.
- Architect, write, and debug PLC code for manufacturing applications.
- Develop robot systems for automated manufacturing of vehicle sub-components.
- Implement control reliable safety systems for manufacturing equipment.
- Generate HMI screens for complex machinery with troubleshooting feedback.
- Manage electrical cabinet builds and field wiring.
- Select and size electrical and electromechanical components for automation.
- Deploy automated processes and equipment into production.
- Set and maintain schedules and budgets for project completion.
