Civil Engineer, Land Development (Starship Launch Pad)

Rocket Lab; Cape Canaveral (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Civil Engineer to join their Land Development team for the Starship Launch Pad. This role involves collaborating with elite engineers to design and build the infrastructure necessary for orbital launches. You will engage in a variety of tasks, including developing design documentation, performing critical calculations for grading and drainage, and managing construction projects in the field. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in civil engineering, with a focus on stormwater management and project management. If you are passionate about contributing to groundbreaking aerospace projects, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional experience in civil engineering design and analysis.
• EIT or Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and issue drawings and design documentation for land development projects.
• Manage civil aspects of construction projects, ensuring quality control and coordination.

Skills

Civil Engineering Design

Storm Water Management

Hydraulics

Hydrological Analysis

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

CIVIL ENGINEER, LAND DEVELOPMENT (STARSHIP LAUNCH PAD)

As a member of the Starship Launch Pad Engineering team, you will work with a group of elite engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure that will enable orbital launch capability for the largest rocket in the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type land development projects
• Perform all calculations necessary for grading and drainage, stormwater control facilities, water quality, domestic water distribution, and other underground utilities
• Drive coordination and design necessary to obtain local, state, and federal permits as it relates to land development and utility construction projects
• Manage the civil aspects of construction projects in the field; including quality control, conflict resolution, and coordination of a multi-discipline contractor team
• Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and internal clients to develop project requirements, schedule, and cost estimates prior to project implementation
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or other engineering discipline
• 1+ years of professional experience in civil engineering design, analysis, and/or drafting

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency in technical skills in storm water management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designs
• Understanding of other disciplines such as electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying
• EIT or Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral
• Ability 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
• Ability to remain focused while working in hazardous environments, while wearing appropriate PPE

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.

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 [e-mail].