MEP/Construction Engineer

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Austin seeks an MEP/Construction Engineer to design, build, and activate infrastructure for large capital projects. You will lead cross-disciplinary teams through the MEP engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases to deliver critical site assets.

Travel up to 25% may be required; onsite work only, with tight schedules and high safety standards. This role demands hands-on problem solving across electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3+ years of experience in MEP building systems.
• Experience leading electrical, mechanical, and plumbing design/build projects.
• Onsite construction experience with a high tolerance for tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team, consulting engineers and contractors throughout the entirety of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process
• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects
• Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time
• Coordinate with electrical utility provider for design/engineering to ensure reliable power service to critical site infrastructure
• Interact with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project stakeholders

Skills

Electrical distribution

HVAC design principles

Plumbing design

Transformers & grounding

Critical power infrastructure

AutoCAD/Revit

Code familiarity NEC/ASHRAE/NFPA/IBC

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline

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.

MEP/CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER

As a member of the Construction Projects Team, you will work with engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure that will enable SpaceX to achieve its long-term mission.This team is responsible for the delivery of large capital projects to various internal customer groups across the company.This position is based out of the Austin area. Travel may accompany this role, and based on business needs, opportunities to work at other SpaceX facilities may occur in the future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the project team, consulting engineers and contractors throughout the entirety of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process
• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects
• Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time
• Coordinate with electrical utility provider for design/engineering to ensure reliable power service to critical site infrastructure
• Interact with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project stakeholders

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
• 3+ years of professional experience with the design or build of MEP building systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Primary experience with electrical and power distribution systems (<600Vac)
• Knowledge of HVAC operation and design principles including refrigeration, chillers, boilers, and air-handling equipment
• Experience with plumbing design and operation including domestic water, wastewater, venting, and storm systems
• Working knowledge of delta/wye transformers, building lighting, building construction specifications, and facility grounding
• Experience with critical power infrastructure including UPS systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches
• Experience creating and implementing process/design solutions with minimal impact to business operations
• Able to quickly assess an issue and assist technicians with troubleshooting and repair
• Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment, under possible extended work hours and tight deadlines
• Acute attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems
• AutoCAD/Revit – Beginner to intermediate skill level
• Familiarity with National Electric Code, ASHRAE, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This role requires you to be onsite - remote or hybrid work will NOT be considered
• Perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights
• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Remain focused while working in hazardous environments, while wearing appropriate PPE
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
• Must be able to travel to other SpaceX sites as needed (up to 25%)
• 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 .

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