Automation & Controls Engineer, Starship Infrastructure

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineer for Infrastructure & Utility at Starbase, TX. You will design, build, operate, and maintain automation and SCADA systems for ground infrastructure and utilities supporting Starship production, launch, and propellant generation.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, upgrade control systems, and develop standard automation practices, while ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 1+ years designing and working with automation and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, operate, and maintain automation and SCADA for Starbase utilities.
• Lead cross-functional projects and drive rapid improvements.
• Develop and deploy standardized automation for power and utility systems.
• Mentor engineers and technicians in automation and controls.
• Create and update technical drawings and system documentation.
• Plan weekly tasks to meet team objectives.

Skills

Electrical engineering

SCADA systems

Automation design

Project leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD

Ignition

Siemens/Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineer for Infrastructure & Utility at Starbase, TX. You will design, build, operate, and maintain automation and SCADA systems for ground infrastructure and utilities supporting Starship production, launch, and propellant generation.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, upgrade control systems, and develop standard automation practices, while ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards.