Automation and Controls Engineer for Critical Infrastructure

4 weeks ago


Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

At SpaceX, we are pushing the boundaries of innovation and technology to make humanity a multi-planetary species. As a key member of our critical infrastructure team, you will play a vital role in designing, building, and activating some of the world's most advanced manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.
  • Lay out new industrial electrical control panels that are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant, and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
  • Simulate processes to inform design engineers of conceptual viability of automation proposals (tools include ABB Robotstudio, Kuka Sim, and Siemens Process Simulate).
  • Architect, write, and debug PLC code with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable for manufacturing applications.
  • Generate aesthetically simple screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting.
  • Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic, and fluid plumbing.
  • Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors and controllers.
  • Deploy automated processes and equipment into production.
  • Set, implement, and maintain schedules and budgets to ensure project completion.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
  • 1+ years of professional experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Knowledge in building automation systems for critical infrastructure.
  • Mechanical (HVAC) controls and wiring, Delta controls.
  • Process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems experience.
  • Electrical schematic CAD experience using EPlan.
  • C#, .NET, Python, and/or SQL experience.
  • PLC programming experience, preferably Siemens TIA Portal and Beckhoff TwinCat 3.
  • HMI and SCADA programming experience.
  • Field bus networks, serial communication, and Ethernet communication.
  • Hands-on experience building and commissioning high-quality electrical control panels and electro-mechanical systems.
  • Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A codes.
  • Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments.
  • Experience solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team.

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
  • Must be willing to travel to other locations.

Compensation and Benefits:

At SpaceX, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.



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