Automation & Controls Engineer, Solar (Starlink)
Core
Design, build, qualify, and implement automation and controls systems for the next generation Starlink solar array production line.
Role type
Automation & Controls Engineer (Manufacturing)
Builds
Solar array production systems and manufacturing processes
Domain
Aerospace / Solar Energy Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
PLC programming, robotics programming, machine vision, electrical schematics, pneumatic controls, statistical process control, HMI/SCADA design, safety system implementation
Preferred skills
Beckhoff TwinCAT, ABB Rapid, Cognex Vision Pro, EPLAN, EtherCAT, Profinet, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP/RTU, C#, .NET, Python, OpenCV, Halcon, VFDs, motor starters, NEC/NFPA/UL508A compliance
Technologies
PLCs, COTS Robots, servo motion, distributed IO, EtherCAT, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, Beckhoff TwinCAT, ABB Rapid, Cognex Vision Pro, Halcon, OpenCV, EPLAN, MQTT, OPC-UA, SQL, C#, .NET, Python
Responsibilities
Design and debug PLC code for manufacturing processes; Implement vision systems for robotic guidance and quality control; Create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics for control panels; Design user interfaces for complex machines; Architect and implement ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant safety systems; Collaborate across teams to increase manufacturing efficiency
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC