Entry-Level Construction Project Engineer: Launch Facilities

Wgaesf; Texas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Entry Level Construction Project Engineer to support rapid facility and infrastructure growth for Starship programs. You will oversee full project lifecycles, coordinate field and office activities, and interact with contractors and internal teams to drive on-time, under-budget delivery.

The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering/architecture/construction management and 0–2 years of construction experience, with opportunities to gain PE licensure and work on high-power

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• 0-2 years of construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and own full lifecycle of projects with on-time and under-budget delivery
• Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field and office
• Be the overall construction project manager and extreme owner
• Perform project control tasks, including project scheduling and cost control
• Interact with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time
• Provide budgetary costs based upon the preliminary scope of the project
• Gather proposals from architects, engineers and contractors; assign contracts upon receipt of all proposals
• Facilitate city, county, and governmental approvals
• Coordinate project implementation and track project status
• Coordinate with end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenance
• Develop tools and approach to supporting the space allocation and adjudication process across the enterprise
• Coordinate real estate planning and management functions as needed
• Take on newprojects ad-hoc as the business needs

Skills

PE License

Electrical design experience

Mechanical design experience

Structural design experience

Problem analysis

Decision making

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management

Job description

Construction Project Engineer - Entry Level

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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

Building on the rapid advancement of the Starship program, we are moving into a new phase of facility and infrastructure growth. As the Starship launch cadence ramps up we are in need of multiple new facilities to support new vehicle builds and reflight refurbishment across various sites. We are currently seeking a construction project engineer to support the rapid development and build of Starship's next generation vertical integration facilities. It is these facilities that will ultimately enable the path to the Moon, Mars and beyond.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee and own full lifecycle of projects with on-time and under-budget delivery
• Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field and office
• Be the overall construction project manager and extreme owner
• Perform project control tasks, including project scheduling and cost control
• Interact with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time
• Provide budgetary costs based upon the preliminary scope of the project
• Gather proposals from architects, engineers and contractors; assign contracts upon receipt of all proposals
• Facilitate city, county, and governmental approvals
• Coordinate project implementation and track project status
• Coordinate with end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenance
• Develop tools and approach to supporting the space allocation and adjudication process across the enterprise
• Coordinate real estate planning and management functions as needed
• Take on newprojects ad-hoc as the business needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, architecture, or construction management
• 0-2 years of construction experience

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, or structural design and analysis
• Ability to analyze problems and make sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications and cost
• Experience with any of the following:
  • Infrastructure development of any kind
  • High power electrical systems, advanced mechanical systems and/or cleanroom design

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work at elevated heights, outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain, snow)
• Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (15 to 35 lbs.)
• Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs
• Ability to provide on-call support in emergency situations
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Occasional travel may be required based on specific project tasks
• Valid driver’s license

How to Apply

*This opportunity is intended for Evans Scholars and members of the WGA/ESF network.

To apply, click here to email your resume and interest in the position to Franky Bongiovanni (ES Alum, Ill. '21 & Project Engineer II at SpaceX). To provide additional support, Dan Puglisi (ESF Sr. Director, Career Services) is copied on the email.