Solar Manufacturing Automation Engineer - Robotics & PLC

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive medical coverage

3 weeks of paid vacation

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer for their Starlink division. This role involves designing, building, and implementing automation systems for manufacturing processes, contributing to a team focused on creating innovative solar arrays.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in PLC programming and industrial automation. The position is based in Redmond, Washington, and offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in automation and controls systems design.
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems and PLCs.
• Experience in manufacturing processes and industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation systems for manufacturing.
• Write and debug PLC code for system control.
• Create control panel schematics and design user interfaces.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics programming

HMI, SCADA

Automation Hardware

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Cognex Vision Pro

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer for their Starlink division. This role involves designing, building, and implementing automation systems for manufacturing processes, contributing to a team focused on creating innovative solar arrays.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in PLC programming and industrial automation. The position is based in Redmond, Washington, and offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage.