SpaceX

Aerospace

FacilitiesEngineer,Mechanical(Starlink)

Bastrop, Texas, United States Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Facilities Engineer, Mechanical (Starlink) at SpaceX. Skills: MEP engineering, Construction contracts, Critical power infrastructure. Lead project team. Consult engineers and contractors”

What You'll Achieve.

Enable SpaceX to achieve its long-term mission; Delivery of large capital projects; Ensure reliable power service to critical site infrastructure

Industry & Context.

Aerospace
Problems you'll solve

Resolve design and construction conflicts; Assess an issue

Eligibility Requirements

Onsite work required, Perform hands-on work in all environments, Work in tight quarters, Work at heights, Work extended hours, Work weekends, Remain focused in hazardous environments, Wear appropriate PPE, Lift up to 25lbs unassisted, Travel to other SpaceX sites (up to 25%)

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline, 1+ years of professional experience with the design or build of MEP building systems

Nice to Have

Primary experience with electrical and power distribution systems (<600Vac), Knowledge of HVAC operation and design principles including refrigeration, chillers, boilers, and air-handling equipment, Experience with plumbing design and operation including domestic water, wastewater, venting, and storm systems, Working knowledge of delta/wye transformers, building lighting, building construction specifications, and facility grounding, Experience with critical power infrastructure including UPS systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches, Experience creating and implementing process/design solutions with minimal impact to business operations, Able to quickly assess an issue and assist technicians with troubleshooting and repair, Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment, under possible extended work hours and tight deadlines, Acute attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems, AutoCAD/Revit – Beginner to intermediate skill level, Familiarity with National Electric Code, ASHRAE, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code

What You'll Do.

Consult engineers and contractors

Develop and issue drawings

Write construction contracts

Negotiate construction contracts

Manage construction contracts

Resolve design conflicts

Resolve construction conflicts

Coordinate with electrical utility provider

Ensure reliable power service

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with engineers across multiple disciplines; Interact with engineers; Interact with contractors; Interact with fabricators; Interact with project stakeholders

Process & Methodology

Project team leadership, Procurement process, Construction process, Commissioning process

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