Automation & Controls Engineer, Infrastructure & Utility (Starship)
Core
Design, build, operate, and maintain critical power, HVAC, utility, and fluids systems (automation, control, SCADA) for Starship launch, production, and the Starbase city infrastructure.
Role type
Senior IC automation & controls engineer (infrastructure)
Builds
High-capacity power, utility, and fluid systems for rocket production and launch operations
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Industrial infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC/HMI/SCADA design, electrical schematics, industrial control panels, NFPA/NEC compliance, power systems controls, IEC-61131 programming, IT/OT network design, industrial protocols (Modbus/DNP3), CAD (EPLAN/AutoCAD), C#/.NET/Python/SQL
Preferred skills
Ignition HMI development, SEL/Allen Bradley/Siemens devices, server/client SCADA apps, electrical one-line analysis, control logic schemes, manufacturing process auditing, contractor management, team mentorship
Technologies
Ignition, SEL, Allen Bradley, Siemens, EPLAN, AutoCAD, C#, .NET, Python, SQL, Modbus, DNP3, IEEE C37.115, IEEE C37.111
Responsibilities
Design and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications; design and redline electrical/pneumatic schematics; design new industrial electrical control panels; develop power systems controls and hardware; create technical documentation and instructions; audit manufacturing processes for automation opportunities; manage contractor work and SOWs; mentor engineering and technician teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership