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SpaceX · 1 month ago

Solar Manufacturing Automation Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)

Redmond, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

1+ years exp

SpaceX 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. The Solar Manufacturing Automation Engineer will work with a cross-disciplinary team to develop the next generation Starlink solar array and the production system that will create it.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, build, qualify and implement projects spanning machine design, robotics and manufacturing processes from initial ideation to production use

Architect, write, and debug PLC code

Implement vision systems for robotic guidance, quality control and data collection

Design systems to control processes, track factory performance and collaborate across teams to increase manufacturing efficiency in a data driven way

Design user interfaces that make complex machines easy to use and troubleshoot

Create electrical, pneumatic and fluid schematics for control panels

Keep our factories safe by implementing ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant systems

Qualification

PLC programmingIndustrial AutomationElectrical designRobotics programmingMachine visionStatistical Process ControlCommunication skillsProblem-solvingAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering or another STEM field

1+ years' experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for manufacturing (internships/co-ops can apply)

Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet mission critical deadlines

Preferred

Hands on experience with at least one of the specific disciplines below and interest in learning the other areas you are not yet strong in:

Industrial Automation:

Automation Hardware: PLC's, COTS Robots, servo motion, machine vision, distributed IO, pneumatic controls, etc

Field Bus Networking protocols: EtherCAT, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, etc

Machinery and processes: dispenser, pick and place, fastener installation, automated bonding, thermo-compression, soldering, ultrasonic welding, temperature & position control, injection molders, die casters, etc. and design for manufacturing

Applied Statistical Process Control and other data tools (descriptive, inferential, regression, correlation) to improve manufacturing processes

Safely testing and commissioning integrated systems

Software:

PLC programming, preferably Beckhoff TwinCAT structured text, state machines, applying Object Oriented Programming to mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, sensors, pneumatics/hydraulics, etc

Robotics programming, preferably ABB Rapid

HMI, SCADA, IoT (MQTT, OPC-UA), SQL, C#, .NET, Python

Industrial machine vision, Cognex Vision Pro preferred, Halcon & OpenCV acceptable

Electrical:

Electrical sizing of motors, cables, circuit protection, VFD's, motor starters, various other motion systems

Design of fail-safe electrical circuits using both safety logic controllers and safety-rated relays

Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems using tools like multimeters, oscilloscopes, EMI probes

Proficiency in understanding and creating electrical schematics and single line diagrams (EPLAN preferred)

Analog signal integrity and EMI reduction

Hands-on experience designing and commissioning high quality electrical panels and electro-mechanical systems with appropriate safety considerations in mind

Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, UL508A codes with ability to ensure compliance with control system safety standards

Proven ability to solve complex problems with simple solutions and little supervision

Excited by a fast-paced environment, strong desire and ability to learn quickly and adapt

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal