Automation & Controls Specialist, Silicon Process Manufacturing (Starlink)

The role

You will support the engineering team with semiconductor packaging execution, process support, equipment operation, and testing. You will integrate electromechanical production systems and develop software applications for packaging operations.

What you will do

• Integrate and commission electromechanical production systems
• Validate and integrate vendor/OEM equipment into company systems
• Develop, modify, and maintain software applications (PLC/SCADA/HMI)
• Develop, build, and execute new automation solutions
• Read and utilize system-level schematics for troubleshooting
• Spec and procure required components, sensors, and hardware
• Maintain and support factory operation including workflow, safety, and inventory control
• Perform and promote 5S principles
• Work creatively to support team goals

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of programming experience in one of: C, C++, Visual Basic, Python, IEC Structured Text (IEC 61131-3), Java, “Jython”
• 2+ years of automation experience in a manufacturing and production environment or 2+ years of experience working with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems
• Must be able to acquire forklift certification
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required

Nice to have

• Demonstrated hands-on skill in troubleshooting electromechanical systems using tools like multimeters, oscilloscopes, EMI probes, and PLC/SCADA/robot software packages
• Demonstrated willingness to develop software, electrical, and mechanical technical skills
• Creative, detail-oriented, and highly organized with exceptional communication skills
• Familiarity with SEMI organization semiconductor standards
• Applied understanding of SECS-GEM – and how to integrate into a Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
• HMI, SCADA, IoT (MQTT, OPC-UA), Ignition systems with focus on user-friendly navigation and machine health monitoring and control
• PLC programming, preferably Beckhoff TwinCAT Structured Text programming
• Robotics programming, preferably ABB
• Field Bus Networking protocols, preferably EtherCAT, Profinet, Profisafe, Ethernet/IP
• Industrial electrical application to mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, sensors, pneumatics/hydraulics, software design

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required autho

About the company

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. Starlink is bringing semiconductor integrated circuit packaging and assembly in-house for development and manufacturing.