Starship Launch Pad Electrical Engineer

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

Job summary

SpaceX designs and develops the Starship launch infrastructure in the United States, seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, build, and support electrical systems powering launch pad operations. You will help power distribution, control panels, and ground support equipment at our launch sites.

You will collaborate with mechanical, controls, and fluid teams to deliver reliable, high-performance electrical infrastructure in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, while ensuring NEC, NFPA 79, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline
• 1+ year of experience in the design, build, or commissioning of electrical systems (internship experience qualifies)
• Experience designing or building electrical systems in industries such as EVs, solar, industrial automation, manufacturing, oil & gas, data centers, or commercial construction

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for Starship launch pad systems, including power distribution, motor control, and supporting infrastructure
• Design industrial electrical control panels and power distribution systems in accordance with NEC, NFPA 79, and UL 508A standards
• Develop electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and construction documentation
• Design and specify electrical conveyance systems (conduit, cable tray, wiring methods) for both permanent and temporary pad installations
• Coordinate with utilities and internal teams to ensure reliable power delivery to critical launch pad equipment
• Support the integration of electrical systems with high-power equipment, motion systems, and instrumentation
• Provide real-time field support during construction, activation, and testing to resolve design and installation issues
• Manage electrical subcontractors, review work, and ensure compliance with design intent and safety standards
• Perform electrical studies including load calculations, short circuit, and arc flash analysis
• Design electrical systems for hazardous (classified) areas common to launch pad environments

Skills

Power distribution

Motor control

Instrumentation

Electrical design

Field installation

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

VFDs

Transformers

Switchgear

Arc flash analysis tools

Job description

SpaceX designs and develops the Starship launch infrastructure in the United States, seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, build, and support electrical systems powering launch pad operations. You will help power distribution, control panels, and ground support equipment at our launch sites.

You will collaborate with mechanical, controls, and fluid teams to deliver reliable, high-performance electrical infrastructure in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, while ensuring NEC, NFPA 79, and