Senior Automation & Controls Engineer — High-Impact Production

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Bastrop, TX, seeks a Sr. Automation & Controls Engineer focused on developing automation projects to support high-volume manufacturing for Starlink. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in engineering and over 5 years' experience in controls systems design. Responsibilities include managing automation projects, collaborating across teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Strong knowledge of PLC programming, electrical systems, and industry regulations is essential, along with a willingness to work flexible hours as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in design and commissioning of controls systems for industrial applications.
• Experience with PLC programming and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of NEC, UL508A codes.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and manage automation projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and challenge existing designs.
• Debug and continuously improve equipment in a high-rate production environment.

Skills

Automation project management

PLC programming

Robotics programming

Electrical systems design

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

EPlan

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Bastrop, TX, seeks a Sr. Automation & Controls Engineer focused on developing automation projects to support high-volume manufacturing for Starlink. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in engineering and over 5 years' experience in controls systems design. Responsibilities include managing automation projects, collaborating across teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Strong knowledge of PLC programming, electrical systems, and industry regulations is essential, along with a willingness to work flexible hours as needed.