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# Manufacturing Automation Engineer, Solar - (Starlink)

- **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
- **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States
- **Salary:** $100,000.0
- **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position
- **Skills:** .NET Framework, Computer Vision, Fieldbus, C Sharp (Programming Language), Control Panels, Software Debugging, Ethernet, EtherCAT, Human-Computer Interaction, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Python (Programming Language), Modbus, Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), Network Protocols, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenCV, OPC Unified Architecture, Signal Integrity, Statistical Process Control (SPC), SQL Databases, Structured Text, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Visual Systems, State Machines, Eplan, Information Technology, Twincat
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_spacex-8614098002

## About the Role

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: + Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering or another STEM field. + 1+ years' experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for manufacturing (internships/co-ops can apply).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Hands on experience with at least one of the specific disciplines below and interest in learning the other areas you are not yet strong in: Industrial Automation: + Automation Hardware: PLC's, COTS Robots, servo motion, machine vision, distributed IO, pneumatic controls, etc. + Field Bus Networking protocols: EtherCAT, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, etc. + Machinery and processes: dispenser, pick and place, fastener installation, automated bonding, thermo-compression, soldering, ultrasonic welding, temperature & position control, injection molders, die casters, etc. and design for manufacturing. + Applied Statistical Process Control and other data tools (descriptive, inferential, regression, correlation) to improve manufacturing processes. + Safely testing and commissioning integrated systems Software: + PLC programming, preferably Beckhoff TwinCAT structured text, state machines, applying Object Oriented Programming to mechanical assemblies,
electrical systems, sensors, pneumatics/hydraulics, etc. + Robotics programming, preferably ABB Rapid. + HMI, SCADA, IoT (MQTT, OPC-UA), SQL, C#, .NET, Python. + Industrial machine vision, Cognex Vision Pro preferred, Halcon & OpenCV acceptable.
Electrical: + Electrical sizing of motors, cables, circuit protection, VFD's, motor starters, various other motion systems. + Design of fail-safe electrical circuits using both safety logic controllers and safety-rated relays. + Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems using tools like multimeters, oscilloscopes, EMI probes. + Proficiency in understanding and creating electrical schematics and single line diagrams (EPLAN preferred). + Analog signal integrity and EMI reduction. + Hands-on experience designing and commissioning high quality electrical panels and electro-mechanical systems with appropriate safety considerations in mind. + Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, UL508A codes with ability to ensure compliance with control system safety standards. + Proven ability to solve complex problems with simple solutions and little supervision. + Excited by a fast-paced environment, strong desire and ability to learn quickly and adapt. + Excellent
communication skills both written and verbal.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet mission critical deadlines.

## Description

MANUFACTURING AUTOMATION ENGINEER, SOLAR - (STARLINK) Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide.
We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system - thousands of satellites, consumer receivers and the software that brings it all together.
As a member of the Starlink Solar Automation Team you will work with a cross-disciplinary team of engineers developing the next generation Starlink solar array and the production system that will create it.
RESPONSIBILITIES: + Design, build, qualify and implement projects spanning machine design, robotics and manufacturing processes from initial ideation to production use. + Architect, write, and debug PLC code. + Implement vision systems for robotic guidance, quality control and data collection. + Design systems to control processes, track factory performance and collaborate across teams to increase manufacturing efficiency in a data driven way. + Design user interfaces that make complex machines easy to use and troubleshoot. + Create electrical, pneumatic and fluid schematics for control panels. + Keep our factories safe by implementing ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant systems.