Automation & Controls Engineer – Starship Infra & Utilities

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer for infrastructure and utilities at Starbase, TX. You will design, build, operate, and maintain high-reliability automation systems supporting Starship production and launch operations.

Join a cross-functional team to scale critical power, HVAC, and fluids systems while mentoring engineers and driving continuous improvements. The role demands hands-on work and readiness for challenging environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field is required.
• 3+ years designing and implementing automation and control systems.
• Experience with PLC/SCADA/HMI and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, operate, and maintain automation and control systems for Starbase infrastructure.
• Lead projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive improvements.
• Develop and deploy standardized automation for critical power and utilities.
• Maintain documentation for all SCADA systems.
• Mentor engineers and technicians in automation projects.
• Plan and execute weekly tasks to meet production needs.

Skills

Automation design

SCADA & control systems

Electrical schematics

Industrial networking

Troubleshooting & debugging

Programming (IEC-61131)

Documentation & mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) license (or intent to pursue)

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD

Ignition HMI

Siemens S7/Allen-Bradley PLCs

SCADA software

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer for infrastructure and utilities at Starbase, TX. You will design, build, operate, and maintain high-reliability automation systems supporting Starship production and launch operations.

Join a cross-functional team to scale critical power, HVAC, and fluids systems while mentoring engineers and driving continuous improvements. The role demands hands-on work and readiness for challenging environments.