Automation & Controls Engineer, Gateways — High-Rate Factory

SpaceX

Bastrop (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

SpaceX Bastrop site seeks an Automation and Controls Engineer to lead full-factory automation projects, from ideation through commissioning and hand-off to operations. You will architect and write structured PLC code for high-volume manufacturing, ensure ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA safety compliance, and create user-friendly HMI screens for complex machines.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering/physics/CS and hands-on experience with electrical and control-system standards, with a bias

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an engineering, physics, or computer science discipline.
Experience with ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA safety standards.
Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and manage automation projects - ideation, commissioning, proof of rate capability, hand-off to operations.
Architect, write, and debug PLC code that is organized, documented, and reusable for high-volume manufacturing.
Keep factory safe and reliable by implementing ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant systems for robots, gantries, conveyors, and other equipment.
Generate simple, intuitive HMI screens to make complex machines easy to understand and troubleshoot.
Designelectrical systems compliant to NEC, NFPA, & UL508A regulations.
Stay organized by creating schedules and budgets, and motivate the team to achieve them.