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SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA
SpaceX is hiring a Commissioning Engineer to design, build, and activate advanced manufacturing facilities. You'll work with control systems and automation solutions in Hawthorne, CA. This role requires expertise in PLC programming and electrical engineering.
You have a strong background in electrical engineering and automation, with experience in developing and maintaining control systems for critical infrastructure. You are skilled in PLC programming and can write organized, structured, and maintainable code. Your troubleshooting abilities allow you to quickly identify and resolve issues in complex systems. You are familiar with industry standards such as NFPA79, NEC, and UL508A, ensuring compliance in your designs. You have a collaborative mindset and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to bring innovative solutions to life. You are detail-oriented and can balance product specifications with process requirements effectively.
As a Commissioning Engineer at SpaceX, you will participate in the conceptual development of new equipment, ensuring that all designs meet the necessary specifications and requirements. You will lay out industrial electrical control panels and create schematics for electrical, pneumatic, and fluid systems. Your role will involve simulating processes to validate automation proposals using tools like ABB Robotstudio and Kuka Sim. You will also be responsible for architecting and debugging PLC code, ensuring that it is maintainable and reusable. Collaborating with design engineers, you will help inform the viability of automation solutions and contribute to the rapid development of manufacturing capabilities. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of SpaceX's critical infrastructure projects.
At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing human space exploration. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the future of space travel. Join us in our quest to make life multi-planetary and be part of a team that is shaping the future of humanity in space.
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