Solar Manufacturing Automation Engineer (Starlink)

The Solar Manufacturing Automation Engineer at SpaceX will work on the development of the next generation Starlink solar array and its production system within a cross-disciplinary team.

• Design, build, qualify, and implement projects in machine design, robotics, and manufacturing processes.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code.
• Implement vision systems for robotic guidance and quality control.
• Design systems to control processes and track factory performance.
• Create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics for control panels.
• Ensure safety compliance in factory systems.
• Collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, or related STEM field.
• 1+ years of experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with automation hardware and software.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and industrial machine vision.
• Knowledge of electrical circuit design and safety standards.
• Ability to solve complex problems independently.
• Excellent communication skills.