Facilities Engineer, MEP
SpaceX · McGregor, TX
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
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An engineer-level reliability role at SpaceX (aerospace & defense) in McGregor, TX. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
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- 2+ years · degree required
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Responsibilities
- ◆Lead the project team, consulting engineers and contractors throughout the entirety of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process
- ◆Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects
- ◆Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
- ◆Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
- ◆Coordinate with electrical utility provider for design/engineering to ensure reliable power service to critical site infrastructure
- ◆Interact with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project stakeholders
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
- ✓2+ years of professional experience with the design or build of MEP building systems
Preferred skills and experience
- ✓Primary experience with electrical and power distribution systems ( ADDITIONAL
Requirements
- ✓Perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights
- ✓Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed; flexibility required
- ✓Remain focused while working in hazardous environments, while wearing appropriate PPE
- ✓Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
- ✓Valid driver’s license
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Requirements
- ✓To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .
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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.
Facilities engineer, mep
As a member of the construction projects team, you will work with engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure that will enable SpaceX to achieve its long-term mission. This team is responsible for the delivery of large capital projects to various internal customer groups across the company. This position is based out of our rocket development facility in McGregor, TX. Travel may accompany this role, and based on business needs, opportunities to work at other SpaceX facilities may occur in the future.