Facility Mechanical Engineer — HVAC & Systems Upgrades

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Mechanical Facilities Engineer to ensure safe, efficient operation of building systems including HVAC and plumbing. You will design upgrades, oversee new line installations, and drive continuous improvement at a world-class facility supporting space missions.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 3+ years in HVAC/plumbing design and maintenance, with emphasis on safety, compliance, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is required or equivalent.
• 3+ years of professional experience in design and maintenance of industrial HVAC/plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for design, operation, improvement, and troubleshooting of facility mechanical components and systems.
• Coordinate downtime activities between maintenance, construction, and production teams.
• Drive mechanical system improvement projects using change requests and advanced detection methods.
• Troubleshoot mechanical system problems and coordinate maintenance protocols and procurement.
• Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design, optimize and maintain systems.
• Support technicians to troubleshoot electrical equipment and controllers.
• Oversee installation, operation, and maintenance of equipment to meet specs.

Skills

HVAC design

Plumbing systems

Troubleshooting

Contractor management

AutoCAD/Revit (basic)

BMS Schneider

Code knowledge

Facilities operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Schneider BMS

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Mechanical Facilities Engineer to ensure safe, efficient operation of building systems including HVAC and plumbing. You will design upgrades, oversee new line installations, and drive continuous improvement at a world-class facility supporting space missions.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 3+ years in HVAC/plumbing design and maintenance, with emphasis on safety, compliance, and cross-functional