Manager, Equipment and Automation Engineering (Starlink)
Manager, Equipment and Automation Engineering (Starlink)
Manager, Equipment and Automation Engineering (Starlink)
SpaceX
The Manager of Equipment and Automation Engineering at SpaceX will lead a team focused on designing and implementing advanced automation systems for solar cell production. The role emphasizes innovation in equipment reliability and efficiency while ensuring safety and quality standards. The position requires a hands-on leader with a passion for problem-solving in a dynamic environment.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in equipment engineering or automation, with at least 2 years in a project leadership or management role.
- Proven track record of delivering complex automation projects in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Responsibility
- Lead a team of multi-disciplinary engineers in the design, procurement, installation, and optimization of solar cell manufacturing equipment and automation.
- Collaborate with production, process engineering, and supply chain teams to identify equipment needs and develop solutions that improve yield, reduce cycle times, and minimize downtime.
- Oversee the full lifecycle of equipment projects, including budgeting, vendor management, and root-cause analysis for failures.
- Implement data-driven improvements using PLC programming, SCADA systems, and IoT sensors for predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and SpaceX safety protocols while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Mentor and develop team members, conduct performance reviews, and hire top talent to build a high-performing engineering group.
- Travel internationally as needed (up to 20%).
