Automation & Controls Specialist, Solar Cell Manufacturing (Starlink)
Bastrop, TXfull time
On Site
entry
H1B: no
SpaceX Automation & Controls Specialist for Solar Cell Manufacturing at SpaceX responsible for troubleshooting and improving controls systems reliability. Design and integrate controls components and vendor equipment.
Responsibilities
Integrate vendor/OEM equipment into centralized SCADA software (Ignition) for advanced line control
Maximize the uptime of all automation assets on our advanced manufacturing lines
Develop data analysis tools to root-cause the largest downtime sources and propose long-term fixes
Specify and procure required components, sensors, and hardware needed for implementing controls solutions
Wire, commission, and validate electromechanical and pneumatic control systems
Design and commission basic PLC and HMI software applications, and additions to existing systems
Interpret and develop logic for Beckhoff TwinCAT, Siemens TIA, and Allen-Bradley RS Logix
Read, understand, and utilize system-level schematics (mechanical/electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic)
Support production devices (HMIs, VM’s, Thin Clients, IoT devices)
Qualification
Strong
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate and 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing and production environment; OR bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline
2+ years of experience working with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic systems
Preferred
Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering, math, or science discipline
Demonstrated hands-on skill in fault finding, mechanical system troubleshooting, and solid problem resolution skills
Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills; a team player, yet able to work independently when necessary
Exceptional problem solving and communication skills, creative, and has strong organizational skills as well as documentation
Strong, working knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety), NFPA 79 & UL508A codes
PLC and HMI programming experience or familiarization using ladder logic and structured text (Beckhoff TwinCAT, Siemens TIA, and Allen-Bradley RS Logix)
Mechanical equipment design/build experience
Experience with electrical control panel design, building, and wiring
