Automation & Controls Specialist, Silicon Process Manufacturing (Starlink)
Core
Integrate, commission, and maintain electromechanical production systems and automation solutions for silicon integrated circuit packaging and assembly lines.
Role type
Automation & Controls Specialist (Semiconductor Manufacturing)
Builds
Wafer-level, chip-level, and panel-level packaging equipment and production lines for Starlink satellite hardware.
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Silicon process manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC/SCADA/HMI programming, electromechanical system troubleshooting, system-level schematic reading, component specification and procurement, 5S principles, forklift operation
Preferred skills
Beckhoff TwinCAT Structured Text, ABB robotics programming, EtherCAT/Profinet/Profisafe/Ethernet/IP protocols, SECS-GEM integration, Ignition systems, multimeter/oscilloscope usage
Technologies
PLC, SCADA, HMI, TwinCAT, ABB, EtherCAT, Profinet, Profisafe, Ethernet/IP, Ignition, SECS-GEM, MES
Responsibilities
Integrate and commission electromechanical production systems; Validate and integrate vendor/OEM equipment; Develop and maintain software applications for packaging operations; Spec and procure required components and hardware; Maintain factory workflow, safety, and inventory control
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC