AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship will be the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, with the ability to carry in excess of 100 metric tons to Earth orbit. We are looking for an automation & controls engineer to help SpaceX develop and build a great variety of automated solutions for Starship Production. This role will be hands-on in designing and activating hardware and software systems for the machines that make up the Starship production line. The role will also support transport and storage solutions for Starship vehicles. The successful applicant will join and be supported by a highly talented team of automation and control engineers with an amazing track record in developing any automated solution imaginable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.
• Lay out new industrial electrical control panels that are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code, emphasizing generating organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code for manufacturing applications.
• Develop robot systems to aid in the automated manufacturing of various vehicle sub-components.
• Implement (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting.
• Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing.
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors and controllers.
• Deploy automated processes and equipment into production.
• Set, implement, and maintain schedules and budgets to ensure project completion.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 2+ years experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems experience.
• Experience in a variety of robotic weld applications (Kuka, ABB & Fanuc).
• Robot and PLC simulation experience. 
• Experience working with National Instruments software and hardware.
• Electrical schematic CAD experience using EPlan.
• C#, .NET, python and/or SQL experience.
• PLC programming experience, preferably Siemens TIA Portal & Beckhoff TwinCat 3.
• HMI and SCADA programming experience.
• Field bus networks, serial communication and Ethernet communication.
• Hands-on experience building and commissioning high quality electrical control panels and electro-mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A codes.
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (vision systems, dispense systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, Nut-Runners, etc).
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments.
• Experience solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day.
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day.
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day.
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day.
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day.
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review. 

AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship will be the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, with the ability to carry in excess of 100 metric tons to Earth orbit. We are looking for an automation & controls engineer to help SpaceX develop and build a great variety of automated solutions for Starship Production. This role will be hands-on in designing and activating hardware and software systems for the machines that make up the Starship production line. The role will also support transport and storage solutions for Starship vehicles. The successful applicant will join and be supported by a highly talented team of automation and control engineers with an amazing track record in developing any automated solution imaginable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.
• Lay out new industrial electrical control panels that are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code, emphasizing generating organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code for manufacturing applications.
• Develop robot systems to aid in the automated manufacturing of various vehicle sub-components.
• Implement (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting.
• Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing.
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors and controllers.
• Deploy automated processes and equipment into production.
• Set, implement, and maintain schedules and budgets to ensure project completion.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 2+ years experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems experience.
• Experience in a variety of robotic weld applications (Kuka, ABB & Fanuc).
• Robot and PLC simulation experience. 
• Experience working with National Instruments software and hardware.
• Electrical schematic CAD experience using EPlan.
• C#, .NET, python and/or SQL experience.
• PLC programming experience, preferably Siemens TIA Portal & Beckhoff TwinCat 3.
• HMI and SCADA programming experience.
• Field bus networks, serial communication and Ethernet communication.
• Hands-on experience building and commissioning high quality electrical control panels and electro-mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A codes.
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (vision systems, dispense systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, Nut-Runners, etc).
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments.
• Experience solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day.
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day.
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day.
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day.
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day.
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review. 

AUTOMATION & CONTROLS TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP)

Working for the Automation & Controls team, the Automation & Controls Technician will be responsible for the installation and commissioning of new automation assets, panel builds and drawing updates. Additionally, the Automation & Controls Technician will occasionally assist maintenance with troubleshooting and repairs of existing assets.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Wire and commission Electrical and Pneumatic automated control systems
• Build control panels per schematics
• Work with external vendors to build and install panels
• Modify and update existing tooling
• Modify and troubleshoot simple PLC software
• Redline electrical and pneumatic schematics for automated tooling
• Own installations and perform early risk mitigation through daily communication with engineering, customers, and other concerned teams
• Promote 5s principles of organizing and sustaining efficient and presentable team workspaces

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a controls technician role or associate degree in automation & controls

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Occupational trade school qualification in an electrical based field preferred
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 79 & UL508A codes
• Experience in a production environment, particularly as it relates to automation technology
• Demonstrable hands-on skill in fault finding, problem resolution
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Strong communication skills both written and oral. Ability to bring multiple departments with different priorities together and support them in achieving common goals
• Experience in building multiple panels, following drawing sets, back to back
• PLC & HMI programming experience
• Electrical schematic drawing experience
• Excellent skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Understanding of agile workflow and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated leadership experience, able to lead/supervise a team

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings
• Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing up and down stairs and/or ladders regularly throughout the day
• Ability to lift light weight supplies or materials (up to 25lbs unassisted)
• Available to work overtime and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, flashing lights, heat, cold, rain, and noise
• Occasional travel to other SpaceX or 3rd party facilities, up to 25%
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review. 

SR. AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship will be the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, with the ability to carry in excess of 100 metric tons to Earth orbit. We are looking for an automation & controls engineer to help SpaceX develop and build a great variety of automated solutions for Starship Production. This role will be hands-on in designing and activating hardware and software systems for the machines that make up the Starship production line. The role will also support transport and storage solutions for Starship vehicles. The successful applicant will join and be supported by a highly talented team of automation and control engineers with an amazing track record in developing any automated solution imaginable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.
• Lay out new industrial electrical control panels that are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code, emphasizing generating organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code for manufacturing applications.
• Develop robot systems to aid in the automated manufacturing of various vehicle sub-components.
• Implement (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting.
• Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing.
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors and controllers.
• Deploy automated processes and equipment into production.
• Set, implement, and maintain schedules and budgets to ensure project completion.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 5+ years experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in an engineering discipline.
• Process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems experience.
• Experience in a variety of robotic weld applications (Kuka, ABB & Fanuc).
• Robot and PLC simulation experience. 
• Experience working with National Instruments software and hardware.
• Electrical schematic CAD experience using EPlan.
• C#, .NET, python and/or SQL experience.
• PLC programming experience, preferably Siemens TIA Portal & Beckhoff TwinCat 3.
• HMI and SCADA programming experience.
• Field bus networks, serial communication and Ethernet communication.
• Hands-on experience building and commissioning high quality electrical control panels and electro-mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A codes.
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (vision systems, dispense systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, Nut-Runners, etc).
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments.
• Experience solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day.
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day.
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day.
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day.
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day.
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review. 

SR. AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship will be the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, with the ability to carry in excess of 100 metric tons to Earth orbit. We are looking for an automation & controls engineer to help SpaceX develop and build a great variety of automated solutions for Starship Production. This role will be hands-on in designing and activating hardware and software systems for the machines that make up the Starship production line. The role will also support transport and storage solutions for Starship vehicles. The successful applicant will join and be supported by a highly talented team of automation and control engineers with an amazing track record in developing any automated solution imaginable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.
• Lay out new industrial electrical control panels that are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code, emphasizing generating organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code for manufacturing applications.
• Develop robot systems to aid in the automated manufacturing of various vehicle sub-components.
• Implement (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting.
• Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing.
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors and controllers.
• Deploy automated processes and equipment into production.
• Set, implement, and maintain schedules and budgets to ensure project completion.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 5+ years experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in an engineering discipline.
• Process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems experience.
• Experience in a variety of robotic weld applications (Kuka, ABB & Fanuc).
• Robot and PLC simulation experience. 
• Experience working with National Instruments software and hardware.
• Electrical schematic CAD experience using EPlan.
• C#, .NET, python and/or SQL experience.
• PLC programming experience, preferably Siemens TIA Portal & Beckhoff TwinCat 3.
• HMI and SCADA programming experience.
• Field bus networks, serial communication and Ethernet communication.
• Hands-on experience building and commissioning high quality electrical control panels and electro-mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A codes.
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (vision systems, dispense systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, Nut-Runners, etc).
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments.
• Experience solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day.
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day.
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day.
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day.
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day.
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review. 

AUTOMATION & CONTROLS SPECIALIST (STARSHIP)

SpaceX is committed to developing revolutionary space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. The Production Automation & Controls Specialist will support the development and construction of tooling for Starship and Super Heavy Booster, part of a fully reusable transportation system designed to launch both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

The Production Automation and Controls Specialist role is a system-focused, multi-faceted position. The specialist will be responsible for owning, installing and commissioning of new automation assets, panel builds, and drawing updates. Additionally, the Automation and Controls Specialist will be responsible for implementing long-term reliability improvements to production systems. This role provides operational support in the review and interpretation of data collected on these systems. Specialists commission and integrate physical hardware including but not limited to wire harnesses, PCBs, custom enclosures, PLCs, data acquisition systems, pneumatic systems, and sensors. The Automation and Controls Specialist’s systems support operations that enable safe, economical, and reliable access to space.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own and hands-on execute industrial automation projects, in collaboration with Engineers, specialists, and Technicians from different groups
• Develop and upgrade data acquisition and control systems
• Provide technical support and guidance for controls technicians and other non-controls engineering groups
• Lead technicians and/or contractors efficiently
• Commission new hardware
• Actively perform continuous improvements for team processes, quality, faster build times, lower maintenance needs, project kitting, streamlined communication between teams, and feedback loops
• Perform daily task prioritization including risk mitigation on current and upcoming projects
• Draft and redline drawings in Electrical and Fluids Schematics
• Be a liaison, in design stage and during builds, between Tooling Engineering and Automation & Controls for controls hardware mounting and overall cable management
• Program PLC’s and HMI’s according to engineering design
• Analyze data to assess the function of electrical systems
• Assist in the design and analysis of experiments to evaluate test articles
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience in a controls technician or specialist role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Occupational trade school qualification in an instrumentation or electrical-based field
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety), NFPA 79 & UL508A codes
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal
• Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight
• Strong work ethic and drive to succeed as part of a high-functioning team
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity, independently drive project progress, and manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of high-reliability processes and related documentation practices
• Experience in programming PLC and HMI
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement and troubleshoot data acquisition and control hardware
• Fundamental understanding of engineering principles behind electronic equipment, instrumentation, and commonly used industrial equipment
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors, controllers, and VFDs
• Experience designing and installing instrumentation and control systems in hazardous areas (NFPA 70 Section 500 installations); Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 environments or IEC equivalence
• General schematic capture and printed circuit board (PCB) design and/or verification and validation experience
• Experience tuning PID controllers
• Experience with electrical power distribution, working knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E
• Experience with connectorization standards such as IPC-620, NASA 8739.4, and D38999 specifications
• First-hand experience with programming and software development
• Experience with industrial bus protocols such as Modbus, Profinet and EtherNet/IP
• Hands-on experience activating, building, and troubleshooting analog electronic systems
• Process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems experience.
• Exposure to C/C++, Python, and JavaScript
• Experience with Linux-based operating systems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings
• Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing up and down stairs and/or ladders regularly throughout the day
• Ability to lift light weight supplies or materials (up to 25lbs unassisted)
• Available to work overtime and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, flashing lights, heat, cold, rain, and noise
• Occasional travel to other SpaceX or 3rd party facilities, up to 25%
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day 
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day 
• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day 
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day 
• Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day 
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day 
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day 
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day 
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day 
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review. 

AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship will be the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, with the ability to carry in excess of 100 metric tons to Earth orbit. We are looking for an automation & controls engineer to help SpaceX develop and build a great variety of automated solutions for Starship Production. This role will be hands-on in designing and activating hardware and software systems for the machines that make up the Starship production line. The role will also support transport and storage solutions for Starship vehicles. The successful applicant will join and be supported by a highly talented team of automation and control engineers with an amazing track record in developing any automated solution imaginable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.
• Lay out new industrial electrical control panels that are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code, emphasizing generating organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code for manufacturing applications.
• Develop robot systems to aid in the automated manufacturing of various vehicle sub-components.
• Implement (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting.
• Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing.
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors and controllers.
• Deploy automated processes and equipment into production.
• Set, implement, and maintain schedules and budgets to ensure project completion.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 2+ years experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems experience.
• Experience in a variety of robotic weld applications (Kuka, ABB & Fanuc).
• Robot and PLC simulation experience. 
• Experience working with National Instruments software and hardware.
• Electrical schematic CAD experience using EPlan.
• C#, .NET, python and/or SQL experience.
• PLC programming experience, preferably Siemens TIA Portal & Beckhoff TwinCat 3.
• HMI and SCADA programming experience.
• Field bus networks, serial communication and Ethernet communication.
• Hands-on experience building and commissioning high quality electrical control panels and electro-mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A codes.
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (vision systems, dispense systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, Nut-Runners, etc).
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments.
• Experience solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day.
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day.
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day.
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day.
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day.
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review. 

SCADA SPECIALIST - AUTOMATION & CONTROLS (STARSHIP)

SpaceX is committed to developing revolutionary space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. The Production Automation & Controls Specialist will support the development and construction of tooling for Starship and Super Heavy Booster, part of a fully reusable transportation system designed to launch both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

The Production Automation and Controls Specialist role is a system-focused, multi-faceted position. The specialist will be responsible for owning, installing and commissioning of new automation assets, panel builds, and drawing updates. Additionally, the Automation and Controls Specialist will be responsible for implementing long-term reliability improvements to production systems. This role provides operational support in the review and interpretation of data collected on these systems. Specialists commission and integrate physical hardware including but not limited to wire harnesses, PCBs, custom enclosures, PLCs, data acquisition systems, pneumatic systems, and sensors. The Automation and Controls Specialist’s systems support operations that enable safe, economical, and reliable access to space.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own and hands-on execute industrial automation projects, in collaboration with Engineers, specialists, and Technicians from different groups
• Develop and upgrade data acquisition and control systems
• Provide technical support and guidance for controls technicians and other non-controls engineering groups
• Lead technicians and/or contractors efficiently
• Commission new hardware
• Actively perform continuous improvements for team processes, quality, faster build times, lower maintenance needs, project kitting, streamlined communication between teams, and feedback loops
• Perform daily task prioritization including risk mitigation on current and upcoming projects
• Draft and redline drawings in Electrical and Fluids Schematics
• Be a liaison, in design stage and during builds, between Tooling Engineering and Automation & Controls for controls hardware mounting and overall cable management
• Program PLC’s and HMI’s according to engineering design
• Analyze data to assess the function of electrical systems
• Assist in the design and analysis of experiments to evaluate test articles
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience in a controls technician or specialist role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Occupational trade school qualification in an instrumentation or electrical-based field
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety), NFPA 79 & UL508A codes
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal
• Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight
• Strong work ethic and drive to succeed as part of a high-functioning team
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity, independently drive project progress, and manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of high-reliability processes and related documentation practices
• Experience in programming PLC and HMI
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement and troubleshoot data acquisition and control hardware
• Fundamental understanding of engineering principles behind electronic equipment, instrumentation, and commonly used industrial equipment
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors, controllers, and VFDs
• Experience designing and installing instrumentation and control systems in hazardous areas (NFPA 70 Section 500 installations); Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 environments or IEC equivalence
• General schematic capture and printed circuit board (PCB) design and/or verification and validation experience
• Experience tuning PID controllers
• Experience with electrical power distribution, working knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E
• Experience with connectorization standards such as IPC-620, NASA 8739.4, and D38999 specifications
• First-hand experience with programming and software development
• Experience with industrial bus protocols such as Modbus, Profinet and EtherNet/IP
• Hands-on experience activating, building, and troubleshooting analog electronic systems
• Process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems experience.
• Exposure to C/C++, Python, and JavaScript
• Experience with Linux-based operating systems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings
• Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing up and down stairs and/or ladders regularly throughout the day
• Ability to lift light weight supplies or materials (up to 25lbs unassisted)
• Available to work overtime and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, flashing lights, heat, cold, rain, and noise
• Occasional travel to other SpaceX or 3rd party facilities, up to 25%
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day 
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day 
• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day 
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day 
• Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day 
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day 
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day 
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day 
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day 
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review. 

AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship will be the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, with the ability to carry in excess of 100 metric tons to Earth orbit. We are looking for an automation & controls engineer to help SpaceX develop and build a great variety of automated solutions for Starship Production. This role will be hands-on in designing and activating hardware and software systems for the machines that make up the Starship production line. The role will also support transport and storage solutions for Starship vehicles. The successful applicant will join and be supported by a highly talented team of automation and control engineers with an amazing track record in developing any automated solution imaginable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.
• Lay out new industrial electrical control panels that are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code, emphasizing generating organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code for manufacturing applications.
• Develop robot systems to aid in the automated manufacturing of various vehicle sub-components.
• Implement (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting.
• Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing.
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors and controllers.
• Deploy automated processes and equipment into production.
• Set, implement, and maintain schedules and budgets to ensure project completion.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 2+ years experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems experience.
• Experience in a variety of robotic weld applications (Kuka, ABB & Fanuc).
• Robot and PLC simulation experience. 
• Experience working with National Instruments software and hardware.
• Electrical schematic CAD experience using EPlan.
• C#, .NET, python and/or SQL experience.
• PLC programming experience, preferably Siemens TIA Portal & Beckhoff TwinCat 3.
• HMI and SCADA programming experience.
• Field bus networks, serial communication and Ethernet communication.
• Hands-on experience building and commissioning high quality electrical control panels and electro-mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A codes.
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (vision systems, dispense systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, Nut-Runners, etc).
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments.
• Experience solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day.
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day.
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day.
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day.
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day.
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day.
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.