Lead Power Systems Engineer - High-Voltage Space Test Ops

PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein); McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Lead Power Systems Engineer to oversee electrical power distribution systems, define design standards, and lead cross-disciplinary teams in the Rocket Development Facility. The role requires a BS in electrical engineering and 5+ years of power distribution experience, with hands-on work in high-stakes testing environments.

You will coordinate design, procurement, and activation of power infrastructure, motor control centers, and related equipment, while ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• 5+ years of experience focusing on power distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers to provide support for the design, operation, material/component selection and procurement, construction, activation, and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems, load center panels, and supporting infrastructure
• Communicate with electrical utilities personnel for design/engineering and maintenance to provide support and direction to electricians and technicians during construction, activation, and maintenance of power distribution, motor control centers, test stands, and equipment
• Support testing campaigns by monitoring and reviewing critical issue tickets, responding in a timely fashion to troubleshoot and remedy electrical equipment
• Develop novel ways to streamline site-wide processes and increase the reliability and efficiency of testing operations for the Rocket Development Facility
• Perform any additional tasks that ensure efficient and effective testing, as required

Skills

Power distribution

Electrical design

Project leadership

AutoCAD

NEC/NFPA familiarity

Testing & troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Lead Power Systems Engineer to oversee electrical power distribution systems, define design standards, and lead cross-disciplinary teams in the Rocket Development Facility. The role requires a BS in electrical engineering and 5+ years of power distribution experience, with hands-on work in high-stakes testing environments.

You will coordinate design, procurement, and activation of power infrastructure, motor control centers, and related equipment, while ensuring compliance