Senior Environmental & Air Permitting Engineer

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Texas seeks a Principal Environmental Engineer to lead site-specific air permitting strategies and ensure regulatory compliance across SpaceX facilities. You will interpret federal and state rules, coordinate with engineering teams, and mentor site staff on environmental programs.

The role demands deep expertise in the Clean Air Act, NSPS/PSD rules, and complex permitting projects, with relocation to Texas facilities if not local. Strong communication and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in the design, development, and general operational oversight of EHS disciplines.
• Master’s degree in environmental management or engineering with an emphasis in environmental engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise in federal air regulations, including the Clean Air Act, NSPS, PSD, and Title V operating permits.
• Track record of successful permitting execution at complex sites and maintaining positive relationships with regulatory agencies.
• Experience with emissions calculations and air dispersion modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute site‑specific air permitting strategies at SpaceX sites.
• Assist in planning for changes in physical facilities or new construction, reviewing new or modified equipment and new programs to meet regulatory and permitting requirements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on the Clean Air Act and applicable federal and state air regulations; interpret and apply requirements across jurisdictions.
• Track, review, and interpret new and proposed federal and state air regulations and provide timely guidance to engineering and leadership teams.
• Conduct internal air compliance audits and support external regulatory inspections across multiple sites to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Coordinate and manage contractors for permitting and environmental testing; review and maintain reports and other relevant records from assessments and permitting activities.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with federal, state, and county regulators.
• Develop and maintain positive and close working relationships with engineering teams and leadership across sites.

Education

Master’s degree in environmental management or engineering

Job description

SpaceX in Texas seeks a Principal Environmental Engineer to lead site-specific air permitting strategies and ensure regulatory compliance across SpaceX facilities. You will interpret federal and state rules, coordinate with engineering teams, and mentor site staff on environmental programs.

The role demands deep expertise in the Clean Air Act, NSPS/PSD rules, and complex permitting projects, with relocation to Texas facilities if not local. Strong communication and collaboration are essential.