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SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.
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The Sr. Automation & Controls Engineer, Solar Cell Factory (Starlink) joins the Solar Cell team to scale production of high-efficiency solar cells for Starlink constellations and launch vehicles. You will design, build, and optimize controls and automation systems for manufacturing equipment and material movement mechanisms. Key responsibilities include architecting and debugging PLC code, designing electrical systems compliant with NEC and UL508A regulations, and integrating equipment into SCADA and MES systems. You will utilize technologies such as Siemens TIA Portal, Beckhoff TwinCAT, EtherCAT, Profinet, and MQTT. The role requires expertise in industrial controls, robotics programming, and hazardous process systems to ensure safe, high-volume manufacturing. You will manage projects from initial ideation through commissioning, creating HMI screens and ensuring compliance with ANSI/RIA15.06 and OSHA safety standards.