Senior Water Treatment Engineer, Ultrapure Water Systems

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Water Treatment Engineer for its solar cell factory in Bastrop, Texas. This role involves designing and operating ultrapure water systems essential for space infrastructure. The engineer will drive the commissioning and optimization of these systems, ensuring reliability for SpaceX’s ambitious projects.

Candidates should have a background in engineering and extensive experience in wastewater treatment. This position requires commitment to safety and advanced problem-solving skills, and offers the chance to contribute significantly to next-generation satellite technologies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or with fluids/mechanical design.
• 7+ years hands-on project experience in wastewater treatment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction and operation of ultrapure water treatment facility.
• Design and implement fluid systems meeting requirements.
• Interpret lab analysis and maintain safe operations.
• Develop and improve operational procedures.
• Identify continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Project management

Process engineering

Mechanical design

Fluid systems

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, math, or science

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Water Treatment Engineer for its solar cell factory in Bastrop, Texas. This role involves designing and operating ultrapure water systems essential for space infrastructure. The engineer will drive the commissioning and optimization of these systems, ensuring reliability for SpaceX’s ambitious projects.

Candidates should have a background in engineering and extensive experience in wastewater treatment. This position requires commitment to safety and advanced problem-solving skills, and offers the chance to contribute significantly to next-generation satellite technologies.