Automation & Controls Engineer, Infrastructure & Utility (Starship)
Core
Design, build, operate, and maintain automation, control, and SCADA systems for critical power, HVAC, utility, and fluids infrastructure supporting Starship launch, production, and Starbase city operations.
Role type
Senior IC Automation & Controls Engineer (Infrastructure)
Builds
High-capacity power, utility, and fluid systems for rocket production and launch facilities
Domain
Aerospace / Industrial Automation / Power Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC/HMI/SCADA design, electrical schematics (NFPA 79/NEC/UL 508A), power systems controls, IEC-61131 programming, IT/OT network design, industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3), C#/.NET/Python/SQL, EPLAN/AutoCAD
Preferred skills
PE license, Ignition HMI development, SEL/Allen Bradley/Siemens experience, server/client SCADA deployment, electrical one-line analysis, control logic schemes
Technologies
EPLAN, AutoCAD, Ignition, SEL, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Modbus, DNP3, C#, .NET, Python, SQL
Responsibilities
Design and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications; develop and deploy standardized automation for critical power systems; audit manufacturing processes for automation opportunities; mentor and lead a team of engineers and technicians; create technical documentation and visual instructions; manage control upgrades to scale for production targets
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC