Manager, Automation & Controls Engineering (Power Generation & Utilities)
Core
Lead the design, build-out, commissioning, and continuous improvement of automation, controls, and electrical systems for SpaceX's critical power generation and utility infrastructure supporting Starship production.
Role type
Manager, Automation & Controls Engineering (Power Generation & Utilities)
Builds
Industrial power generation assets, utility-scale and low-voltage electrical power systems, and associated balance-of-plant for Starship facilities.
Domain
Power Generation & Utilities
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
DCS/SCADA architecture, PLC systems, turbine control interfaces, instrumentation, control networks, electrical protection schemes, NFPA/NESC/IEEE standards compliance, team leadership, control philosophy review, EPC contractor management, field commissioning, SOW development, cybersecurity posture, industrial control system protocols (Modbus, DNP3), control panel design (NFPA 79 / UL 508A), electrical schematic tools (EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical), IEC 61131 programming, industrial networking (IT/OT).
Preferred skills
Gas turbine/combined cycle/steam turbine controls, utility-scale electrical power systems controls, water treatment/wastewater/industrial gas systems automation, major industrial platforms (Emerson, ABB, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, SEL), Ignition SCADA, PE license in Electrical or Controls Engineering, scaling engineering functions in fast-growing organizations.
Technologies
DCS, SCADA, PLC, Ignition SCADA, EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, Modbus, DNP3, IT/OT networks.
Responsibilities
Own automation and controls engineering scope for power generation projects (gas turbine, combined cycle, steam turbine), including DCS/SCADA architecture and commissioning. Lead mechanical and electrical balance-of-plant (BOP) controls scope across fuel gas, HVAC, fire protection, compressed air, and cooling water systems. Direct automation and controls for supporting utility and process systems (raw water, demineralization, wastewater, industrial gas). Build, mentor, and manage a team of automation and controls engineers and technicians. Review and approve control philosophy documents, I/O lists, single-line diagrams, and control panel designs. Interface with internal engineering, construction teams, OEMs, and contractors. Drive standardization of control system architecture and cybersecurity practices. Own field commissioning support for automation, controls, and electrical systems.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on technical leadership