Launch Pad Automation & Controls Engineer, Starship

SpaceX; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer for the Starship launch pad. In this role, you will develop and build launch and test systems focusing on electrical control systems. Responsibilities include designing control systems and writing PLC code while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have at least one year of relevant experience. Spaces will be available for those willing to adapt in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high-caliber engineering solutions under pressure.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in the design and commissioning of control systems for industrial applications.
• Knowledge of NEC, UL codes required.

Responsibilities

• Design and commission control systems for Starship launch pads.
• Architect and write PLC code and debug for control applications.

Skills

Electrical control systems

Programmable logic controller (PLC)

CAD design

Variable frequency drives (VFDs)

Proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controllers

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

EPLAN

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer for the Starship launch pad. In this role, you will develop and build launch and test systems focusing on electrical control systems. Responsibilities include designing control systems and writing PLC code while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have at least one year of relevant experience. Spaces will be available for those willing to adapt in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high-caliber engineering solutions under pressure.