Lead Construction Design Engineer — Build the Rocket Factory

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

PTO & sick leave

Parental leave

Learning stipend

Job summary

Relativity Space in Long Beach, CA seeks a senior Infrastructure Design Lead to drive end-to-end design for the Wormhole factory, from concept through permit issuance and construction handoff. You will translate operations needs into code-compliant packages across disciplines and coordinate with Manufacturing, CAD, and external consultants.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in capital projects, strong knowledge of codes and permitting, and proven ability to manage cross-functional reviews and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience leading capital or infrastructure projects through design, permitting, and construction phases.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, fire/life safety, Title 24, and permitting requirements.
• Proven ability to manage consultant deliverables, coordinate interdisciplinary design reviews, and facilitate stakeholder alignment.
• Proficiency in reviewing construction documents, redlines, and QA/QC deliverables for scope clarity and constructability.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end infrastructure project design at the Wormhole factory—from concept development through permit issuance and construction handoff
• Translate operational requirements into buildable, code-compliant design packages across architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil disciplines
• Serve as the central point of coordination for stakeholder engagement, consultant management, and cross-functional design integration
• Drive development of work center layouts in collaboration with Manufacturing Engineers and CAD teams to meet equipment, utility, and compliance needs
• Manage design-phase budgets, soft cost estimates, and change tracking in partnership with project controls and estimating teams
• Provide construction administration support including submittal reviews, RFI responses, site walks, and punchlist validation to ensure design intent is maintained

Skills

Capital projects

Infrastructure design

Stakeholder management

Code compliance

Documentation QA/QC

Education

Engineering/Architecture degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Relativity Space in Long Beach, CA seeks a senior Infrastructure Design Lead to drive end-to-end design for the Wormhole factory, from concept through permit issuance and construction handoff. You will translate operations needs into code-compliant packages across disciplines and coordinate with Manufacturing, CAD, and external consultants.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in capital projects, strong knowledge of codes and permitting, and proven ability to manage cross-functional reviews and