Sr. Facilities Engineer (Fluids & Cryogenics)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Stock purchase plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking a Sr Facilities Engineer (Fluids & Cryogenics) to lead the design, installation, and maintenance of industrial compressed air and cryogenic systems in Redmond, WA. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience with utility systems and strong project management skills.

Benefits include a competitive salary range of $135,000 - $190,000, comprehensive health coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid vacation, and additional perks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience with compressed air systems, cryogenic systems, and other industrial utility systems.
• Proven ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated project management skills with experience leading capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, installation, and maintenance of industrial compressed air and cryogenic systems.
• Support operation and maintenance of plant utility systems.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance strategies.

Skills

Compressed air systems

Cryogenic systems

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

Project management

Piping systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related

Advanced degree in relevant field

Job description

Location

Redmond, WA

Company

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 of enabling human life on Mars.

Position

Sr Facilities Engineer (Fluids & Cryogenics)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, installation, and maintenance of industrial compressed air systems, including compressors, dryers, filters, receivers, piping, and controls.
• Lead the design,installationandmaintenanceof industrial cryogenic systems, including liquid nitrogen, liquid argon, and gaseous nitrogen.
• Support the operation and maintenance of plant utility systems, including process exhaust fans, pumps, chillers,compressors,reverseosmosisskidsand other criticalequipment.
• Perform equipment sizing,selection, and engineering calculations for pumps, valves, pressure vessels, compressors, and related mechanical systems.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for equipment failures, system-level issues, and safety-related concerns.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve reliability of critical mechanical assets.
• Monitor andoptimizeutility system performance with a focus on equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and lifecycle cost reduction.
• Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, equipment submittals, and technical specifications to ensure design integrity and compliance.
• Lead commissioning, acceptance testing, startup, and shutdown activities for mechanical utility systems.
• Collaborate with controls, automation, and electrical teams to integrate mechanical equipment with PLC, SCADA, and BMS platforms.
• Manage contractors and vendors for maintenance activities and capital projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards for mechanical systems, pressure vessels, piping, cryogenics, and safety.
• Provide rapid response for emergency troubleshooting and restoration of critical utility systems to minimize production downtime.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor'sdegree inMechanical, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline
• 5+ years of professional experience with compressed air systems, cryogenic systems, and other industrial utility systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Advanced degree in Mechanical,Electrical, or a related engineering discipline
• Previousexperience overseeing the design and installation of process gas and cryogenic piping systems
• Proven ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
• Strong working knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and process engineering
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, including positive displacement pumps, rotary screw compressors, vacuum pumps,processfansand otherutilityequipment's
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including ASME, NFPA, OSHA, ANSI, and API
• Demonstrated project management skills with experience leading capital projects, managing equipment vendors, and coordinating cross-functional engineering teams
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, integrated team environment with daily interaction across technicians, engineers, and managers

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical ability to perform hands-on work in various environments, including heat, cold, rain, and tight quarters.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Ability to travel occasionally as required by project needs.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift upto 25 lbs. unassisted.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay Range:

Level 3: $135,000.00 - $190,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.