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Engineering Manager - Protection and Controls
Electric Power Engineers
Austin, TX
The Protection & Controls Engineering Manager will provide power systems engineering expertise in protection design and coordination analyses on the transmission systems. This will include…
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Protection & Controls Engineering Manager
Electric Power Engineers
Austin, TX
The Protection & Controls Engineering Manager will provide technical leadership for protection and control engineering across EPC and private-client projects, including substations,…
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Senior Protection & Controls Engineer
Electric Power Engineers
Austin, TX
The Senior Protection & Controls Engineer will provide power systems engineering expertise in protection design and coordination analyses on the transmission connected systems. This will…
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Data and AI Product Engineer
Intermountain Health
West Valley City, UT
The Data and AI Product Engineer designs and develops modern data, analytics, AI, and web-based products that enable users to interact with data and analytics in intuitive ways. This role…
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Senior Cybersecurity Architect (Cloud)
Amentum
Salt Lake City, UT
Engineer and administer cloud security posture management and workload protection capabilities, including environment onboarding, policy configuration, security recommendations, coverage,…
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Cybersecurity Engineer (Cloud)
Amentum
Salt Lake City, UT
Review technical findings, troubleshoot control failures, and recommend practical configuration changes that reduce risk without unnecessarily disrupting services.
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Senior Application Engineer
Insight Global
Marks Creek, NC
- $115,000 to $125,000 USD / year
Experience evaluating single-line diagrams, schematics, relay protection & control schemes, and communication network diagrams
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Application Engineer
Insight Global
Marks Creek, NC
- $110,000 to $120,000 USD / year
Experience with medium-voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, substations, protection & control systems, or SCADA
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Quality Engineer
Ompi of America Inc
Fishers, IN
The Quality Engineer supports all aspects of the Quality Management System, Product Realization, and Manufacturing Process Controls applying best practices from within the field of quality…
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Lead Substation Engineer 2 - Grid
Sargent & Lundy
Knoxville, TN
Prior experience is desirable to include in-line, bus and equipment protection, breaker, transformer and similar equipment control, RTU and data concentrator based SCADA systems,…
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Fire Protection Engineer
SSOE, Inc.
Toledo, OH
- $100,000 to $125,000 USD / year
SSOE is looking to hire a Fire Protection Engineer to join our team allowing the selected individual with the opportunity to participate in the design of state-of-the-art industrial and…
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Cybersecurity Architect
CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.
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…practical security architectures, identify security risks and control requirements, evaluate technologies, and provide architectural guidance throughout the solution…
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CNC Lathe Machinist, Manufacturing - CPS
Saint-Gobain
GARDEN GROVE, CA
- $23 to $42 USD / hour
The CNC Machinist – Mills sets up and operates computer numerical control machines to fabricate parts per work order/drawing requirements in a safety conscious and quality-focused manner.…
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Sr. Process Engineer - CPS
Saint-Gobain
GARDEN GROVE, CA
- $92,000 to $142,000 USD / year
Based in Garden Grove, this site-based Senior Process Engineer role leads injection molding process development, new mold introduction, tooling optimization, production readiness, and…
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Field Engineer - Preparatory Works
Bechtel Corporation
San Jose, CA
Bechtel is seeking a Field Engineer to support construction management oversight of preparatory works for the BSVII project. Working within the client organization as part of an integrated…
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Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager
Leidos
San Diego, CA
…processes. This requires creating robust "gates" of quality…
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- $40,123 USD / year
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Manufacturing Engineer II (Onsite)
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El Verano, CA
Support Quality Control plans and Safety compliance actions
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer
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Knowledge of various adhesives and potting compounds for bonding and electrical isolation and protection
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Engineer IV, Nuclear
X-Energy, LLC
Rockville, MD
Execute nuclear engineering assignments with clear and specified objectives; utilize conventional specifications and/or Interface Control Documents and plans.
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Engineer II, Nuclear
X-Energy, LLC
Rockville, MD
Execute nuclear engineering assignments with clear and specified objectives; utilize conventional specifications and/or Interface Control Documents and plans.
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Senior DC Power Electronics Verification & Validation Engineer
LayerZero Power Systems Inc
Raleigh, NC
…DC-link components, sensing circuits, auxiliary power supplies, protection circuits, and control…
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Digital Power Controls Engineer
LayerZero Power Systems, LLC.
United States
We are seeking a skilled Digital Power Controls Engineer to develop embedded firmware for advanced power conversion systems and energy infrastructure products. This role will be responsible…
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Senior Research Engineer
University of Georgia Staff
GA
The SER-CAT beamline engineer position is a critical component of the highly skilled staffing matrix of the SER-CAT operations team that is required to maintain and improve SER-CAT as a…
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Nuclear Safety Engineer (Senior-Level)
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…construction project engineering, procurement engineering, control system engineering, engineering standards/program implementation, and the Chief Technology Office. These areas support all…

SpaceX

Automation & Controls Engineer, Solar (Starlink)

Redmond, WA, United States

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Experience: 1+ years’ experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for manufacturing (internships/co-ops can apply).
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 4, 2026

Original job description

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 of enabling human life on Mars.

AUTOMATION & CONTROLS 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.

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.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Level 1: $100,000.00 - $117,500.00

Level 2: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00

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 (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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Skills

Robotics
Manufacturing processes
PLC
Quality control
Troubleshoot
BASIC
Electrical engineering
Mechanical engineering
Computer science
Welding
Statistical process control
PLC programming
Object-oriented programming
HMI
SCADA
SQL
C#
.NET
Python
VFD
Troubleshooting
EMI
EPLAN
Mechanical systems
Regulatory compliance
Control systems
Communication skills

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