Facilities Controls & Automation Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

FACILITIES CONTROL & AUTOMATION ENGINEER (STARLINK)

As a member of the Redmond Facilities critical infrastructure team you will design build and activate some of the worlds most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. As an automation & controls engineer you will develop and build a great variety of automated solutions to aid in rapid R&D production and critical asset management. The automation & controls Engineer designs builds and commissions complete control systems from the ground up. We are looking for talent with an amazing track record in developing troubleshooting and maintaining control systems for production and critical infrastructure. This position is based in Redmond Washington.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design program andmaintainBuilding Automation Systems (BAS) / Building Management Systems (BMS) using platforms such as Honeywell and Delta Controls.
• Configure andoptimizesystem graphics alarms trends schedules and point databases within BAS/BMS platforms.
• Develop andmodifycontrol sequences of operation for HVAC systems andother infrastructure systemsto improve performance and energy efficiency.
• Install integrate and maintain IFM IO-Link sensors and devices to enable advanced telemetry real-time monitoring and automated alerting across facility systems.
• Provide commissioning and startup support for newinfrastructure including submittal and sequence of operations review point-to-point verification Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) TestingAdjustingBalancing (TAB) and operational handover.
• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis on utility equipment and associated control systems.
• Develop data analytics solutions dashboards and KPI reports by analyzing alarms trends and system performance data.
• Collaborate with network and cybersecurity teams to design implement andmaintainsecure BAS network architecture andfirewallconfigurations.
• Design develop and manageIGNITION/SCADAsystems for critical facility utilities including power distribution compressed air and other essential systems.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline
• 1 years of professional experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 years of professional experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications
• Strong hands-on experience withBuilding Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) specificallyHoneywell(Niagara Framework) andDelta Controls.
• Proficiencyin developing andmodifyingcontrol sequences of operationfor HVAC and facility utility systems.
• Experience withSCADA systemsfor monitoring and controlling critical utilities (power compressed air chilled water etc.).
• Experience withFieldbusnetworks serialcommunicationand Ethernetcommunication.
• PLC Programming Experience
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such asBACnet ModbusLonWorks OPC UA and Ethernet/IP.
• Experience installing integrating andmaintainingIO-Link sensors and devices preferably withIFMsensors for telemetry and condition monitoring.
• Strong working knowledgeofcommercial and industrialHVACsystemsincludingchillers boilers pumps AHUs CRAC unitsand VFR systemsand their control strategies.
• Experience withcommissioning startup and validationof building automation and utility systems (including point-to-point checkout FAT and TAB coordination).
• Familiarity withnetwork architectureand cybersecurity best practices for BAS/OT environments.
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery industrial sensors and equipment (vision systems dispense systems temperature controllers laser distance sensors & Nut-Runners etc.)
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments
• Experience solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical ability to perform hands-on work in various environments including heat cold rain and tight quarters
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Ability to travel occasionally as required by project needs
• Valid drivers license
• Ability tolift upto 25 lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $100000.00 - $117500.00
Level 2: $115000.00 - $140000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401(k) retirement plan short and long-term disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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