Sr. Process Engineer, Industrial Water Treatment (Starlink)

SR. PROCESS ENGINEER, INDUSTRIAL WATER TREATMENT (STARLINK) 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 Sr. Process 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 the company 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 manufacturers, 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 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or with fluids/mechanical/electromechanical design and analysis (internship or project team experience is applicable)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

7+ 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, PIDs, 2D and 3D CAD drawings, construction drawings, and BOMs Experience with mechanical equipment and systems requiring the isolation of 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 25 lbs. unassisted Able to work outside with hand tools Able to stand, climb, walk and work with objects 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 (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. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company 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 requiring reasonable accommodation should reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr United States Digital Space LLC