Mechanical Engineer, Infrastructure

SpaceX; Starbase (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer, Infrastructure to lead MEP design and coordination for Starbase projects. The ideal candidate will support building upgrades at a high-volume rocket factory, managing construction activities while ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Responsibilities encompass leading project design, preparing construction documents, and collaborating across departments. Requires a degree in engineering, proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Candidates must be willing to work extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience creating structural, civil, or MEP construction documents.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and drive successful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead MEP design and coordination for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
• Manage construction activities related to MEP systems.
• Prepare and review design drawings and documents for mechanical systems.

Skills

Project management

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, or structural engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Mechanical Engineer, Infrastructure

Lead MEP design and coordination for Starbase infrastructure projects.

Location: Starbase, Texas, United States.

The role supports building and upgrading facilities and ground‑support equipment (GSE) to develop a high‑volume rocket factory. The engineer will be part of a high‑performing team tackling complex, never‑before‑solved challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead MEP design and coordination for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
• Partner with cross‑departmental teams to define requirements and derive design details.
• Prepare and review design drawings and documents for mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems.
• Manage construction activities related to MEP systems, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Use construction/engineering knowledge to expedite the design process and solve conflicts during construction.
• Write and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close‑out.
• Perform project control tasks, including scheduling, budgeting, and cost control.
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time.
• Oversee and own the full lifecycle of tasks and/or projects to achieve on‑time and under‑budget delivery with customer satisfaction.
• Manage tools and folder systems relating to the organization of construction projects.
• 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.
• Develop the final cost and schedule for the project, and implement controls as needed to manage cost, schedule, and scope.
• Facilitate city, county, and governmental approvals.
• Coordinate project implementation and track project status.
• Work with the facilities team and customers to operationalize post‑construction building operations and maintenance functions.
• Coordinate with customer and facilities teams for building operations and maintenance.
• Manage night‑shift contractors as project work requires.
• Take on new projects ad‑hoc as the business needs.
• Coordinate permit acquisition/close‑out with the permitting team.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, or structural engineering.
• 1+ years of experience creating structural, civil, or MEP construction documents, including plans, elevations, sections, and details.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, think critically, and drive successful outcomes.
• Possess the mentality of extreme ownership, owning outcomes from concept to customer turnover.
• Experience in construction, project management, and tenant improvement.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or other MEP design and analysis software.
• Proficiency with design and construction of electrical, plumbing, HVAC/R, controls, fire protection systems, concrete, structural framing, and industrial gas trades.
• Ability to read instructions and blueprints.
• Knowledge of basic construction and engineering principles and methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and able to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Additional Requirements

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required.

ITAR Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's affirmatively action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process, should reach out to [e-mail].