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Automation Engineer, Blades and Vanes Foundry

SpaceX is developing the technologies to enable human life on other planets and is hiring an Automation Engineer to join the Blades and Vanes Investment Casting Manufacturing Team. The role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining PLC/SCADA control systems, integrating electromechanical/mechatronic equipment, building manufacturing data systems, and applying predictive analytics and condition monitoring to optimize investment casting production processes.

Skills

  • PLC programming and ladder/structured text development
  • HMI/SCADA architecture and interface design
  • Python and SQL for data integration and analytics
  • Industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, BACnet, Serial)
  • Electrical schematic design and panel layout (NFPA79/NEC/UL508A)
  • Hands-on electro-mechanical troubleshooting and instrumentation
  • Predictive analytics and condition-based monitoring
  • Familiarity with robotics safety standards and machine safeguarding

Responsibilities

  • Integrate electromechanical and mechatronic systems with investment casting equipment (wax injectors, ceramic systems, preheating, melting, and controlled solidification furnaces).
  • Design and develop manufacturing data systems to analyze equipment KPIs, support quality inspection, enable real-time process optimization, and improve uptime and reliability.
  • Implement data collection and storage solutions; interface Python/SQL routines with MES and production databases and incorporate sensor data for condition monitoring and fault prediction.
  • Create and optimize HMI/SCADA/MES interfaces and integrate predictive analytics for equipment health monitoring.
  • Participate in initial equipment conceptual development balancing product specs, process needs, layout complexity, cost, and lead time.
  • Design industrial electrical control panels compliant with NFPA79/NEC/UL508A and produce electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
  • Architect, write, and debug organized, documented, maintainable PLC code for manufacturing applications.
  • Implement ANSI/RIA/OSHA-compliant safety systems for robots, gantries, conveyors and other equipment.
  • Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors and controllers and oversee cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing.
  • Troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical devices and support commissioning and continuous improvement efforts on the production floor.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or computer science required
  • Advanced degree in a related discipline preferred but not required

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement plan options (e.g., 401(k))
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Opportunities for technical growth and career advancement
  • Dynamic, mission-driven work environment and hands-on manufacturing experience
  • Flexible scheduling as required to support milestones; potential relocation support where applicable
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