Mechanical Specialist, Construction

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in McGregor, Texas, is seeking a Mechanical Specialist, Construction, to design, build, and activate infrastructure for a variety of projects. You will own tasks from start to finish, ensuring campus facilities support missions with zero surprises while collaborating across trades and engineering teams.

The role requires strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, with hands-on experience in industrial environments and a strong sense of urgency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 5+ years of professional experience with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage, coordinate, and liaison for construction projects and maintenance at SpaceX McGregor Campus ensuring vendors meet SpaceX and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate maintenance, repair, and installation of facilities support equipment with tradesmen and contractors.
• Direct system repairs of HVAC, electrical, fire protection, water and plumbing infrastructure.
• Direct construction projects to ensure work is safely completed with minimal disruption to operations.
• Assist engineering with budgetary trades, drawings, and design to meet time and budget constraints.
• Keep accurate records of daily logs, progress reports, and financial reports.
• Support other projects as needed.

Skills

HVAC systems

Pneumatic principles

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Chillers experience

DoAS ARU

Blueprints review

Project management

Budgeting

Contractor mgmt

Education

HVAC tech certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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.

MECHANICAL SPECIALIST, CONSTRUCTION

As a member of the Texas Construction Projects team, you will work with a group of elite engineers and specialists across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure for a variety of projects at the SpaceX McGregor Campus. This role is responsible for the design, build, and activation of infrastructure, facilities improvements, and large capital projects. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change in a fast-paced and low-drag environment. This includes owning tasks/projects from start to finish, with the goal of making the SpaceX campus a world-class facility that can support the mission of enabling life beyond Earth. This position is based in McGregor, Texas (Waco area).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage, coordinate, and provide liaison for construction projects and maintenance operations at the SpaceX McGregor Campus to ensure vendors meet SpaceX and regulatory standards while delivering promised services, materials, and craftsmanship
• Interact with tradesman, contractors, and building officials to coordinate and execute maintenance, repair, and installation of facilities support equipment
• Direct system repairs of HVAC equipment, electrical systems, fire protection, water and plumbing infrastructure
• Direct construction projects performed at the facility to ensure that the work is safely completed with minimal interruption to operations
• Assist engineering team with budgetary trades, drawings, and design to ensure projects meet design intent and can be completed on time and within budget
• Keep accurate records of daily logs, progress reports, and financial reports
• Willing to support other projects as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree or certificate in HVAC technology from an accredited technical school or college
• Knowledge in the following areas: HVAC, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, tubing, pipe-fittings, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.), and a variety of mechanical fasteners
• Experience working with chiller plants, direct outside air supply (DoAS), and air recirculating units (ARU) in industrial or commercial environments
• Ability to understand schematic diagrams and architectural plans
• Knowledge and understanding of building management and construction best practices
• Knowledge and understanding of commercial and industrial mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Previous experience with project management and scheduling software
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
• Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively
• Manufacturing facility experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Role may require extended hours, weekend work and shift schedules, that vary depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Ability to work at elevated heights
• Physical effort with lifting and carrying materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.)
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed 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; flexibility required
• Valid driver’s license
• Occasional travel may be required to support projects at other sites
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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 Affiant Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out [e-mail].