Electrician, Solar Cells (Starlink) - Day Shift

SpaceX • Bastrop, TX

7d

About The Position

SpaceX is developing a large-scale solar cell manufacturing facility to produce reliable, high-efficiency solar power for orbital AI platforms. The Electrician will install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution, controls, and power systems supporting facility infrastructure and solar cell production equipment. The role supports cleanroom tools, utility equipment, and process areas, and works with facilities and production teams to maintain reliable, safe operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• At least 3 years of professional experience as a licensed or certified electrician in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to stand for up to 6 hours, lift up to 25 pounds unassisted, and maneuver around equipment in a factory setting.
• Ability to work in industrial environments with fumes or odors, noise, hazardous chemicals, and confined spaces.
• Must meet applicable U.S. Government export-control requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• Journeyman or master electrician license.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems, controls, and power distribution in cleanroom or high-tech manufacturing environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and blueprints.
• Experience supporting high-volume production equipment and utility systems.
• Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and gowning procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with lock-out/tag-out, job hazard analysis, and chemical safety protocols.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and executing digital work instructions.
• Demonstrated punctuality, ability to work in a high-stress environment, and flexibility to adjust priorities.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution, controls, lighting, and power systems for facility infrastructure and production equipment.
• Support power systems for cleanroom tools, utility equipment, and process areas, including PECVD, PVD, texturing, and metallization lines.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems to ensure reliability and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues to the component level using schematics and diagnostic tools.
• Collaborate with facilities and production teams to develop and follow work instructions and safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA, and applicable safety standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for electrical system performance and energy efficiency.
• Open and resolve electronic work tickets and maintain accurate documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED