PCB Chemical Engineer — High-Volume Manufacturing & DOE

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Chemical Engineer for its Starlink team in Bastrop, Texas. In this role, you will lead advanced production processes for printed circuit boards (PCBs) and develop eco-friendly chemical recycling strategies. You will work towards making our PCB manufacturing facility the largest in North America.

Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering, with at least 1 year of relevant experience. Preferred candidates will have a Master's degree and hands-on experience with PCB manufacturing processes. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in chemical engineering design, analysis, or implementation.
• Hands-on experience with production systems.
• Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Analyze production processes with a physics-based approach.
• Conduct experiments to improve manufacturing yields.
• Perform defect analysis to enhance production quality.

Skills

Chemical engineering design

Process improvement

Statistical methodologies

Root cause analysis

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

Master's degree in chemical engineering or related field

Tools

Metal plating lines

Copper etching lines

Plasma etching systems

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Chemical Engineer for its Starlink team in Bastrop, Texas. In this role, you will lead advanced production processes for printed circuit boards (PCBs) and develop eco-friendly chemical recycling strategies. You will work towards making our PCB manufacturing facility the largest in North America.

Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering, with at least 1 year of relevant experience. Preferred candidates will have a Master's degree and hands-on experience with PCB manufacturing processes. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.