SpaceX · 1 day ago
Instrumentation & Controls Technician, Water Treatment (Starlink)
Bastrop, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Water Treatment team is seeking an experienced Instrumentation and Controls Technician to ensure the reliability of critical water infrastructure systems that support manufacturing and testing operations.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial instrumentation, including pH, ORP, conductivity, turbidity, flow, level, pressure, and temperature transmitters
Troubleshoot and maintain control panels, PLCs (Allen Bradley/Siemens), VFDs, and motor starters related to water treatment skids
Diagnose issues within 4-20mA, 0-10V, and digital communication loops (Ethernet/IP, Modbus)
Work closely with the water operations team to optimize chemical dosing pumps and automated valves for process efficiency
Execute preventative maintenance (PM) plans on electrical and control systems to minimize downtime
Assist engineers with the commissioning of new water treatment equipment and upgrades to existing infrastructure
Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and logic diagrams to identify root causes of system failures
Maintain accurate records of calibration and maintenance activities
Configure the data acquisition hardware and control screens/HMIs
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of professional experience in industrial maintenance, instrumentation, or industrial electrical work
Experience working with low voltage controls (24VDC) and high voltage power (up to 480VAC)
Perform installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial instrumentation, including pH, ORP, conductivity, turbidity, flow, level, pressure, and temperature transmitters
Troubleshoot and maintain control panels, PLCs (Allen Bradley/Siemens), VFDs, and motor starters related to water treatment skids
Diagnose issues within 4-20mA, 0-10V, and digital communication loops (Ethernet/IP, Modbus)
Work closely with the water operations team to optimize chemical dosing pumps and automated valves for process efficiency
Execute preventative maintenance (PM) plans on electrical and control systems to minimize downtime
Assist engineers with the commissioning of new water treatment equipment and upgrades to existing infrastructure
Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and logic diagrams to identify root causes of system failures
Maintain accurate records of calibration and maintenance activities
Configure the data acquisition hardware and control screens/HMIs
General physical requirements: Standing for long periods, climbing ladders/stairs, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, and working in tight quarters
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts when needed to support critical infrastructure
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
Associate degree in instrumentation technology, electrical engineering technology, or a related field
Experience specifically within water/wastewater treatment facilities (RO, DI, UF, Clarification and Precipitation, Thermal Evaporators)
Proficiency with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and Ignition SCADA software
Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, pumps, and automated valves
Ability to solder, terminate wires, and fabricate simple brackets/conduit runs
Knowledge of NEC (National Electrical Code) and NFPA 70E standards
Experience with chemical handling systems and hazardous production materials
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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