Automation & Controls Engineer (Raptor Manufacturing Systems)

Hawthorne, CAfull time

On Site

entry

$100k–$115k

H1B: no

SpaceX Automation & Controls Engineer at SpaceX responsible for design, integration, wiring, and commissioning of safety logic and motion-controlled systems for 3D additive printers supporting Raptor. Plays a critical role in delivering advanced printers to meet Starship production goals.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and manage automation projects - this includes initial design ideation, machine commissioning and proof of rate capability, and eventual hand-off to operational teams
Develop training programs for technicians and engineers
Architect, write, and debug PLC code with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable for high-volume manufacturing applications
Keep our factory safe and reliable by implementing ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant systems
Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens to make complex machines easy to understand, operate, and troubleshoot
Design electrical systems compliant with NEC, NFPA, & UL508A regulations
Troubleshoot, root cause, and repair electronics, and electrical components issues on an aggressive production schedule.
Stay organized by creating schedules and budgets, and then motivate the team to achieve them

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in engineeringAbility to engineer creativeElectrical sizing of motors

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or STEM discipline
1+ years of experience in industrial or factory automation design and commissioning

Preferred

Excited by a quick and iterative design and manufacturing role
Proven ability to solve complex problems with simple solutions in both design and implementation stages
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to make plans and directional recommendations collaboratively and cross-functionally
Ability to engineer creative, new approaches to problems while adhering to ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA safety requirements to keep a factory safe
Experience with at least two of the specific disciplines listed below. The ideal candidate is interested in learning at least the fundamentals of the other areas they are not yet strong in.
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

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
Equity/RSU
Parental Leave
Life Insurance

Company

SpaceX

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