Robotics Engineer (Starship) - Automation & Controls
Robotics Engineer (Starship) - Automation & Controls
Robotics Engineer (Starship) - Automation & Controls
SpaceX
SpaceX is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer for its Starship project, focusing on developing automated solutions for the production of the Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket. The role involves hands-on design and activation of hardware and software systems, contributing to the world's most powerful launch vehicle.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Experience with PLC programming and debugging.
- Knowledge of industrial electrical control panel design and compliance standards.
- Familiarity with robot systems and automated manufacturing processes.
- Experience in project management and budget maintenance.
Responsibility
- Participate in initial equipment conceptual development balancing specifications, requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time.
- Lay out new industrial electrical control panels compliant with NFPA79/NEC/UL508A and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
- Architect, write, and debug PLC code for manufacturing applications, ensuring it is organized, documented, and maintainable.
- Develop robot systems for automated manufacturing of vehicle sub-components.
- Implement control reliable safety systems compliant with ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA for safeguarding manufacturing equipment.
- Generate HMI screens for complex machinery with adequate troubleshooting feedback.
- Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, and pneumatic/fluid plumbing.
- Select and size electrical and electromechanical components like servo motors and controllers.
- Deploy automated processes and equipment into production.
- Set, implement, and maintain schedules and budgets for project completion.
