Site Development Civil Engineer — Build the Space Frontier

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

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Civil Engineer (Site Development) to design, build, and activate infrastructure for the McGregor Rocket Development Facility and other SpaceX sites. You will own tasks from concept through completion, ensuring a world‑class campus to support missions beyond Earth.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 1 year of civil design experience, with preference for AutoCAD/Civil3D proficiency and strong coordination capabilities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• 1+ years of professional civil engineering design, analysis, and drafting experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop drawings, design documents, and reports for land development projects (aerospace/industrial/commercial).
• Perform calculations for grading, drainage, stormwater facilities, water quality, and utilities.
• Obtain permits from local, state, and federal authorities related to land development and utilities.
• Manage civil aspects of construction in the field, including quality control and contractor coordination.
• Interface with contractors, fabricators, owners, and internal clients to establish requirements, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time.

Skills

Coordination

Site development

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil3D

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Civil Engineer (Site Development) to design, build, and activate infrastructure for the McGregor Rocket Development Facility and other SpaceX sites. You will own tasks from concept through completion, ensuring a world‑class campus to support missions beyond Earth.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 1 year of civil design experience, with preference for AutoCAD/Civil3D proficiency and strong coordination capabilities in a fast-paced environment.