Civil/Structural Engineer

SpaceX; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in McGregor, TX, is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer to lead multi-disciplinary project teams through design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of infrastructure across SpaceX facilities. You will develop drawings and perform structural analysis for steel and concrete, while coordinating with contractors and clients on site.

The role requires a civil or structural engineering degree and 1+ year of relevant experience, with opportunities to advance in a dynamic aerospace

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or another engineering discipline.
• 1+ years of professional experience focused on design or build of structural infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team, consulting engineers, and contractors throughout civil/structural engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial projects.
• Perform civil/structural design and analysis for steel and concrete.
• Write, negotiate, and manage contracts with subcontractors across disciplines.
• Manage civil and structural aspects of construction projects.
• Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and clients.
• Provide onsite inspections and field observations.
• Resolve field design/construction conflicts in real time.
• Provide technical support to ensure compliance with standards and codes.

Skills

PE license

Sound communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SAP 2000

STAAD Pro

RISA-3D

Etabs

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/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

As a member of the Construction Projects team, you will work with a group of elite engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure for a variety of projects at the Rocket Development Facility in Texas, as well as other facilities across SpaceX. This position is based in McGregor, TX.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the project team, consulting engineers, and contractors throughout the entirety of the civil and structural engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process
• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects
• Perform both civil and structural design and analysis calculations for structural steel and concrete
• Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
• Manage the civil and structural aspects of construction projects
• Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and clients
• Provide direct onsite engineering inspections and field observations
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
• Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or other engineering discipline
• 1+ years of professional experience as an engineer with a focus in design or build of structural infrastructure

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Knowledge of American Institute ofSteel Construction (AISC) steel manual, American Concrete Institute (ACI) code 318, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7, and International Building Code (IBC)
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software
• Experience with SAP 2000, STAAD Pro, RISA-3D, Etabs, or similar analysis software
• Knowledge of processes of governing permitting agencies such as building departments and/or environmental agencies
• Understanding of other disciplines such as: mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying
• Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
• Experience with at least three of the following project delivery phases: 1) conceptual layout and high-level trade studies 2) detailed engineering design and development 3) request for proposals/quotes, contract issue 4) supervision of construction to completion 5) work punch lists and certificate of occupancy (CO) with building official
• Sound communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed based on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Able to work on ladders, lifts, and at elevated heights (up to 300 feet) with proper PPE
• Able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches
• Able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.
• Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX sites when needed (up to 30%)
• 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 .

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