Senior Solar Cell Automation & Controls Engineer

SpaceX; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Automation & Controls Engineer to support solar cell manufacturing for Starlink. You will design and optimize automation systems while ensuring safety compliance and efficiency in production processes.

The role focuses on managing projects, writing PLC code, and integrating systems to enhance the production environment. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience are required. Join us to be part of the innovative team at SpaceX!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-speed manufacturing or automation.
• Ability to design and program PLC systems.
• Familiarity with electrical and industrial controls.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and manage automation projects.
• Architect and debug PLC code for manufacturing applications.
• Implement safety systems for manufacturing equipment.

Skills

Automation project management

PLC programming

Electrical design

Safety compliance

HMI screen design

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Beckhoff TwinCAT

EPLAN

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Automation & Controls Engineer to support solar cell manufacturing for Starlink. You will design and optimize automation systems while ensuring safety compliance and efficiency in production processes.

The role focuses on managing projects, writing PLC code, and integrating systems to enhance the production environment. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience are required. Join us to be part of the innovative team at SpaceX!