Manager, Automation & Controls Engineering (Power Generation & Utilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related engineering field.
• 8+ years of experience in automation and controls engineering, with direct experience on industrial power generation projects (gas turbine, combined cycle, or steam systems preferred) or large-scale critical power infrastructure.
• 3+ years of experience directly managing or leading a team of engineers (and preferably technicians).

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with DCS and/or PLC/SCADA platforms used in power generation or heavy industrial applications.
• Experience working across the full project lifecycle: design, procurement, construction support, commissioning, and operations.
• Working knowledge of electrical power systems (utility-scale and low-voltage), switchgear, protection, metering, and their interface with automation and controls.
• Experience designing or reviewing industrial electrical control panels and electrical schematics.
• Direct experience with gas turbine or combined-cycle power plant controls (turbine control systems, HRSG controls, plant-wide DCS integration, and BOP controls).
• Experience with utility-scale electrical power systems controls, protection schemes, and SCADA integration.
• Experience with water treatment plant automation, wastewater systems, industrial gas/fuel gas systems, or process cooling systems supporting power generation.
• Experience designing and commissioning PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications in high-reliability industrial or power environments.
• Familiarity with major industrial platforms (e.g., Emerson, ABB, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, SEL) and Ignition SCADA.
• Experience with IEC 61131 programming, industrial networking (IT/OT), and major industrial protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, etc.
• Experience managing EPC contractor and OEM interfaces on multi-discipline power or capital projects.
• PE license in Electrical or Controls Engineering (or willingness to pursue).
• Experience scaling a controls engineering function within a fast-growing organization.
• Strong background in control panel design (NFPA 79 / UL 508A) and electrical schematic tools (EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, etc.).
• Familiarity with industrial control system cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NERC CIP or equivalent).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to remain deeply technical while mentoring engineers.

• Willingness to perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support power generation, production, and launch operations.
• Ability to remain focused in hazardous environments while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support for emergencies as needed.
• Must be able to work on-site at Starbase, TX, with potential travel to other SpaceX facilities.

• 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.

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