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 of enabling 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 world’s 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, and maintain Building Automation Systems (BAS) / Building Management Systems (BMS) using platforms such as Honeywell and Delta Controls. Configure and optimize system graphics, alarms, trends, schedules, and point databases within BAS/BMS platforms. Develop and modify control sequences of operation for HVAC systems and other infrastructure systems to 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 new infrastructure, including submittal and sequence of operations review, point-to-point verification, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Testing, Adjusting, Balancing (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, and maintain secure BAS network architecture and firewall configurations. Design, develop, and manage IGNITION/SCADA systems for critical facility utilities, including power distribution, compressed air, and other essential systems.

QUALIFICATIONS

: Bachelor's 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 with Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS), specifically Honeywell (Niagara Framework) and Delta Controls. Proficiency in developing and modifying control sequences of operation for HVAC and facility utility systems. ).

Experience with Field bus networks, serial communication and Ethernet communication. PLC Programming Experience Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, OPC UA, and Ethernet/IP. Experience installing, integrating, and maintaining IO-Link sensors and devices, preferably with IFM sensors for telemetry and condition monitoring.

Strong working knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC systems including chillers, boilers, pumps, AHUs, CRAC units, and VFR systems and their control strategies. Experience with commissioning, startup, and validation of building automation and utility systems (including point-to-point checkout, FAT, and TAB coordination). Familiarity with network architecture and cybersecurity best practices for BAS/OT environments.