Lead Automation & Controls Engineer – Facilities

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks of paid vacation

Access to stock options

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a SR. AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER in Hawthorne, California. As part of the critical infrastructure team, you will design and build advanced manufacturing facilities and develop automated solutions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in automation systems design and commissioning. The role also involves maintaining control systems while managing projects to completion. Competitive salary of $130,000 - $180,000 with comprehensive benefits package included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications.
• Experience in building automation systems for critical infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience building and commissioning high-quality electrical control panels.

Responsibilities

• Design and activate advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Develop automated solutions for R&D and production.
• Write and debug PLC code for manufacturing applications.

Skills

Automation and controls systems design

Troubleshooting and maintaining control systems

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

EPlan

Siemens TIA Portal

Beckhoff TwinCat 3

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a SR. AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER in Hawthorne, California. As part of the critical infrastructure team, you will design and build advanced manufacturing facilities and develop automated solutions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in automation systems design and commissioning. The role also involves maintaining control systems while managing projects to completion. Competitive salary of $130,000 - $180,000 with comprehensive benefits package included.