PRINCIPAL WATER TREATMENT ENGINEER, SOLAR CELL FACTORY (STARLINK) SpaceX is developing a low ... Experience taking products from research and development into production ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
PRINCIPAL WATER TREATMENT ENGINEER, SOLAR CELL FACTORY (STARLINK) SpaceX is developing a low ... Experience taking products from research and development into production ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Development Engineer Technician I
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$80 - $100/hr
Basic Job Functions: * Perform solar cell reliability testing in lab environment ... Job Category Advanced Research * Posting Date 06/29/2026, 05:43 PM * Locations 1035 Walsh Ave, ...
Development Engineer Technician I
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$80 - $100/hr
Basic Job Functions: * Perform solar cell reliability testing in lab environment ... Job Category Advanced Research * Posting Date 06/29/2026, 05:43 PM * Locations 1035 Walsh Ave, ...
Development Engineer II - Perovskite Device Physics USA
Perrysburg, OH · On-site
$80K - $115K/yr
Basic Job Functions: • Design, execute, and analyze experiments to evaluate perovskite solar cell ... research settings, preferred. Required Skills/Competencies: • Excellent understanding of ...
Development Engineer II - Perovskite Device Physics USA
Perrysburg, OH · On-site
$80K - $115K/yr
Basic Job Functions: • Design, execute, and analyze experiments to evaluate perovskite solar cell ... research settings, preferred. Required Skills/Competencies: • Excellent understanding of ...
RESEARCHER
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$65K/yr
... cell research in vitro and collaboratively execute a project(s) with other staff scientists. The successful candidate will also contribute to other projects through assisting trainees (e.g ...
RESEARCHER
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$65K/yr
... cell research in vitro and collaboratively execute a project(s) with other staff scientists. The successful candidate will also contribute to other projects through assisting trainees (e.g ...
... (R&D) activities associated with advancing solar cell technologies and reducing the cost of the products Embrace and foster a working culture where safety is a top priority Anticipate and drive ...
... (R&D) activities associated with advancing solar cell technologies and reducing the cost of the products Embrace and foster a working culture where safety is a top priority Anticipate and drive ...
RESEARCHER
Tampa, FL · On-site
$65K/yr
... cell research in vitro and collaboratively execute a project(s) with other staff scientists. The successful candidate will also contribute to other projects through assisting trainees (e.g ...
RESEARCHER
Tampa, FL · On-site
$65K/yr
... cell research in vitro and collaboratively execute a project(s) with other staff scientists. The successful candidate will also contribute to other projects through assisting trainees (e.g ...
Device Research Manager
Perrysburg, OH · On-site
$131K - $187K/yr
Lead CdTe photovoltaic absorber research and development ... Develop and deploy new manufacturable technologies and processes to improve solar cell performance ...
Device Research Manager
Perrysburg, OH · On-site
$131K - $187K/yr
Lead CdTe photovoltaic absorber research and development ... Develop and deploy new manufacturable technologies and processes to improve solar cell performance ...
Associate Process Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$100 - $125/hr
Support Research and Development (R&D) activities associated with advancing solar cell technologies and reducing the cost of the products * Embrace and foster a working culture where safety is a top ...
Associate Process Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$100 - $125/hr
Support Research and Development (R&D) activities associated with advancing solar cell technologies and reducing the cost of the products * Embrace and foster a working culture where safety is a top ...
Solar Design Engineer
$100K - $140K/yr
Internship or research experience with solar arrays or power systems for space applications * Exposure to solar cell or module characterization techniques (IV curves, electroluminescence, flash ...
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Solar Design Engineer
$100K - $140K/yr
Internship or research experience with solar arrays or power systems for space applications * Exposure to solar cell or module characterization techniques (IV curves, electroluminescence, flash ...
Solar Design Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$100K - $140K/yr
Internship or research experience with solar arrays or power systems for space applications * Exposure to solar cell or module characterization techniques (IV curves, electroluminescence, flash ...
Solar Design Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$100K - $140K/yr
Internship or research experience with solar arrays or power systems for space applications * Exposure to solar cell or module characterization techniques (IV curves, electroluminescence, flash ...
Solar Design Engineer
Acton, CA · On-site
$100K - $140K/yr
Internship or research experience with solar arrays or power systems for space applications * Exposure to solar cell or module characterization techniques (IV curves, electroluminescence, flash ...
Solar Design Engineer
Acton, CA · On-site
$100K - $140K/yr
Internship or research experience with solar arrays or power systems for space applications * Exposure to solar cell or module characterization techniques (IV curves, electroluminescence, flash ...
Device Research Manager
Perrysburg, OH · On-site
$131K - $187K/yr
Lead CdTe photovoltaic absorber research and development ... Develop and deploy new manufacturable technologies and processes to improve solar cell performance ...
Device Research Manager
Perrysburg, OH · On-site
$131K - $187K/yr
Lead CdTe photovoltaic absorber research and development ... Develop and deploy new manufacturable technologies and processes to improve solar cell performance ...
Associate Process Engineer
Sylmar, CA · On-site
$98K - $133K/yr
Support Research and Development (R&D) activities associated with advancing solar cell technologies and reducing the cost of the products * Embrace and foster a working culture where safety is a top ...
Associate Process Engineer
Sylmar, CA · On-site
$98K - $133K/yr
Support Research and Development (R&D) activities associated with advancing solar cell technologies and reducing the cost of the products * Embrace and foster a working culture where safety is a top ...
Development Engineer III - Polymer Chemistry
Perrysburg, OH · On-site
$84K - $120K/yr
Perform material and device research to enhance thin film solar cell performance and stability and to reduce manufacturing cost. * Responsible for projects or functions that are highly complex ...
Development Engineer III - Polymer Chemistry
Perrysburg, OH · On-site
$84K - $120K/yr
Perform material and device research to enhance thin film solar cell performance and stability and to reduce manufacturing cost. * Responsible for projects or functions that are highly complex ...
Associate Process Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$98K - $133K/yr
Support Research and Development (R&D) activities associated with advancing solar cell technologies and reducing the cost of the products * Embrace and foster a working culture where safety is a top ...
Associate Process Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$98K - $133K/yr
Support Research and Development (R&D) activities associated with advancing solar cell technologies and reducing the cost of the products * Embrace and foster a working culture where safety is a top ...
Solar Development Product Mechanical Engineer
Rochester, NY · On-site
$100 - $125/hr
Conduct research to develop new and improved materials, test methods, and manufacturing processes ... Thin film solar technology, solar cell manufacturing, or multilayer battery manufacturing
Solar Development Product Mechanical Engineer
Rochester, NY · On-site
$100 - $125/hr
Conduct research to develop new and improved materials, test methods, and manufacturing processes ... Thin film solar technology, solar cell manufacturing, or multilayer battery manufacturing
$100 - $125/hr
Conduct research to develop new and improved materials, test methods, and manufacturing processes ... Thin film solar technology, solar cell manufacturing, or multilayer battery manufacturing
$100 - $125/hr
Conduct research to develop new and improved materials, test methods, and manufacturing processes ... Thin film solar technology, solar cell manufacturing, or multilayer battery manufacturing
Development Engineering Intern (Fall 2026)
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$27.50 - $31.25/hr
Opportunities are available across various departments including research and development ... The intern will learn and perform solar cell device fabrication and integration processes ...
Development Engineering Intern (Fall 2026)
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$27.50 - $31.25/hr
Opportunities are available across various departments including research and development ... The intern will learn and perform solar cell device fabrication and integration processes ...
Solar Module Manufacturing Manager
Tempe, AZ · On-site
$125 - $150/hr
This collaboration will support transforming processes and products from the R&D teams to the ... Develop a strong understanding of end-to-end solar cell and module processes and design features
Solar Module Manufacturing Manager
Tempe, AZ · On-site
$125 - $150/hr
This collaboration will support transforming processes and products from the R&D teams to the ... Develop a strong understanding of end-to-end solar cell and module processes and design features
Development Engineer II - Laser/Mechanical Glass Cutting
Perrysburg, OH · On-site
$80K - $115K/yr
Perform material and device research to enhance thin film solar cell performance and stability and to reduce manufacturing cost. * Responsible for projects or functions that are enablers to ...
Development Engineer II - Laser/Mechanical Glass Cutting
Perrysburg, OH · On-site
$80K - $115K/yr
Perform material and device research to enhance thin film solar cell performance and stability and to reduce manufacturing cost. * Responsible for projects or functions that are enablers to ...
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Key responsibilities
Demonstrate ownership in the construction, activation, and operation of a new ultrapure process water treatment facility.
Design, implement, and productionize mechanical and fluid systems that meet requirements.
Interpret lab analysis, data streams, and operator feedback to maintain safe and effective plant operations.
SpaceX rating
8.7
Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
18th of 72 rated aerospace companies
Job description
PRINCIPAL WATER TREATMENT ENGINEER, SOLAR CELL FACTORY (STARLINK)
SpaceX is developing a low-latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink will provide fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity, including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. We are looking for talented, creative, and driven engineers to drive tools and processes, from initial concept development to full-scale production. You will drive the relationship between engineering, development, and production teams and will interact regularly with senior leadership during critical design phases. The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, security, and user experience of the products that you deliver.
As a Principal Water Treatment Engineer on the Starlink manufacturing program, you will take ownership for activating, qualifying, optimizing, and ensuring the consistency of operations for an ultrapure process water plant supporting our printed circuit board, silicon packaging, and solar cell manufacturing lines. This position is responsible for the development, implementation, and operationalization of equipment, facilities, tooling, and manufacturing process technologies necessary for high-volume production. Your work will form the backbone for millions of next-generation devices used all over the world. For homes, schools, businesses, vehicles, planes, or boats, this team plays an instrumental role in ensuring high-speed connectivity is available to all who need it.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrate extreme ownership in the construction, activation, and operation of a new commercial ultrapure process water treatment facility
- Design, implement, and productionize mechanical and fluid systems that meet SpaceX and regulatory requirements
- Interpret lab analysis, data streams, and operator feedback to effectively maintain safe and effective plant operations
- Develop, implement, maintain, and improve operational procedures, methods, and process equipment
- Form strong partnerships with internal and external counterparts, including but not limited to manufacturing operations and engineering, environment health and safety (EHS), facilities construction and maintenance teams, representatives of regulatory bodies, OEM equipment manufactures, and supplier representatives
- Identify and champion continuous improvement projects
- Develop project plans, budgets, and cost/benefit analysis for implementation of new processes or machines
- Monitor and communicate area status and risks
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline
- 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or with fluids/mechanical/electromechanical design and analysis
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 12+ years hands-on project experience in wastewater treatment
- Experience with process parameters and engineering units for temperature, pressure, flow, and power
- Ability to read and understand process PFDs, P&IDs, 2D and 3D CAD drawings, construction drawings, and BOMs
- Experience with mechanical equipment and systems requiring the isolation of the malfunction, disassembly of industrial machinery, and repair/replacement of bearings, gears, structural components
- Experience with lock out tag out, job hazard analysis, and hot work permitting
- Experience applying lean manufacturing principles
- Experience taking products from research and development into production
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Able to work all shifts and available for weekends as needed
- Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
- Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted
- Able to work outside with hand tools
- Able to stand, climb, walk and work with object overhead
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.
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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Industry
Aerospace product and parts manufacturing, data services, guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing and satellite telecommunications
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Hawthorne, CA, US