Electrical Engineer, Power Systems

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.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER, POWER SYSTEMS

As a member of the construction projects team, you will work with engineers across multiple disciplines in the design, procurement, and build of infrastructure at our College Station facility. This is a hands-on role responsible for the planning and execution of new facility construction and renovation projects with emphasis on power systems. You will work with construction project managers, facility engineers, designers, vendors, and internal partners/customers to support these goals. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change and own projects from start to finish with the goal of making the SpaceX campus a world-class facility. This position is based in College Station, TX.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate and grow with a multi-disciplinary infrastructure project team by performing power-specific engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities for a variety of critical and fast-paced company projects

• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for manufacturing, industrial, and commercial type projects

• Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out

• 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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology

• 3+ years of professional experience with the design and/or build of commercial or industrial power systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of years of professional experience in a similar role with electrical and power distribution systems (

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical ability to perform hands-on work in various environments, including heat, cold, rain, and tight quarters

• Ability to work onsite at our College Station, TX facility (Remote work not considered)

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed

• Ability to travel as needed

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

ITAR 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.

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.

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