Automation & Controls Engineer (Starship)
Core
Designing and activating hardware and software systems for machines on the Starship production line, including transport and storage solutions.
Role type
Automation & Controls Engineer
Builds
Automated manufacturing solutions for Starship vehicles
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Industrial automation
Required skills
PLC programming, electrical control panel design, robot system development, safety system implementation, HMI design, electromechanical component selection, project scheduling
Preferred skills
Robotic weld application experience, robot/PLC simulation, National Instruments, EPlan CAD, C#/.NET/Python/SQL, Siemens TIA Portal/Beckhoff TwinCat 3, HMI/SCADA programming, field bus networks, industrial sensor integration
Technologies
PLCs, Siemens TIA Portal, Beckhoff TwinCat 3, National Instruments, EPlan, C#, .NET, Python, SQL, Kuka, ABB, Fanuc robots
Responsibilities
Conceptualize equipment development balancing specs and costs, design NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant electrical panels, architect and debug PLC code, develop robot systems for manufacturing, implement safety systems for machinery, generate HMI screens, manage cabinet builds and wiring, deploy automated processes, manage project schedules and budgets
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
