Power Systems Engineer

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Power Systems Engineer at the Bastrop site to lead multi-disciplinary teams through engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of power infrastructure. You will develop drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace and industrial projects, while managing contracts with subcontractors and coordinating with utility providers.

The role requires strong leadership, field troubleshooting, and the ability to work in a high-demand environment with tight

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology.
• 3+ years of professional experience with the design or build of commercial or industrial power systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team and contractors through engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of power scope items.
• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for power projects.
• Write and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across disciplines.
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time.
• Coordinate with the electrical utility provider to ensure reliable power service.
• Interact with engineers, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Power systems

Contract management

Field troubleshooting

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

AutoCAD/Revit knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology

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.

POWER SYSTEMS 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 Bastrop site in the Bastrop, TX 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 engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process for power-specific scope items
• 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, vendors, fabricators, and project stakeholders

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology
• 3+ years of professional experience with the design or build of commercial or industrial power systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Primary experience with electrical and power distribution systems (<600Vac)
• Working knowledge of delta/wye transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, 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 on 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 the National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights
• This role requires you to be onsite - hybrid or remote work will not be considered
• 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
• Travel 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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