Automation & Controls Engineer, Infrastructure & Utility (Starship)

Starbase, TX. Posted 2 months ago

The role

You will design, build, operate, and maintain automation, control, and SCADA systems for ground infrastructure and utility systems. This role supports Starship's launch, production, propellant generation, and the city of Starbase, TX.

What you will do

Design, build, operate, and maintain automation, control and SCADA systems for ground infrastructure and utility systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead projects.
Manage control and automation upgrades to scale systems for Starship production.
Develop and deploy standardized automation for critical power and utility systems.
Maintain organized documentation for all Starbase SCADA systems.
Design, develop, deploy, and manage ground-up automation and controls projects.
Design and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications.
Design, redline, modify, and correct electrical and pneumatic schematics.
Design new industrial electrical control panels compliant with NFPA 79/NEC/UL 508A.
Develop power systems controls and hardware in compliance with NFPA 70, 70B, 70E, NESC, and IEEE standards.

Required qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, or another engineering discipline.
1+ years of experience designing, analyzing, and working on automation and control systems (internship and school projects experience qualify).
Perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights.
Work extended hours and weekends as needed to support launch operations.
Remain focused in hazardous environments while wearing appropriate PPE.
Lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
Provide 24/7 on-call support for emergencies.

Nice to have

3+ years of professional experience in a similar role.
Professional Engineering (PE) license (or intention to pursue).
Experience designing/developing HMI applications with Ignition.
Familiar with SEL, Allen Bradley and Siemens suite of control devices.
Experience developing and deploying server/client SCADA applications.
Ability to analyze electrical one-line drawings, DC/AC schematics, and bills of materials.
Experience designing control logic schemes and network configurations.
Experience with IEC-61131 programming.
Experience with IT/OT network design and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with industrial communications protocols and networking: Modbus, IEEE C37.115, IEEE C37.111, DNP3, etc.

Before you apply

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from

About the company

SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make human life on Mars possible. The company was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not.