Sr. Electrical Engineer (Power Systems)

SR. ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (POWER SYSTEMS)

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 the McGregor Rocket Development Facility. Travel will accompany this role, and based on business needs, opportunities to work at other SpaceX facilities may occur in the future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate and grow with the multi-disciplinary SpaceX Construction Projects 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 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 the 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
6+ years of professional experience with the design or build of commercial or industrial power systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Primary experience with electrical and power distribution systems (<600Vac)
Working knowledge of delta/wye transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, building lighting, building construction specifications, and facility grounding
Experience with critical power infrastructure, including UPS systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches
Experience creating and implementing process/design solutions with minimal impact on business operations
Ability to quickly assess an issue and assist technicians with troubleshooting and repair
Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment, under possible extended work hours and tight deadlines
Acute attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems
AutoCAD/Revit – beginner to intermediate skill level
Familiarity with the National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code

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
Travel up to 50% to other SpaceX locations
Valid driver’s license

Details

Location

McGregor, TX, USA

SR. ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (POWER SYSTEMS)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate and grow with the multi-disciplinary SpaceX Construction Projects 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 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 the 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
6+ years of professional experience with the design or build of commercial or industrial power systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Primary experience with electrical and power distribution systems (<600Vac)
Working knowledge of delta/wye transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, building lighting, building construction specifications, and facility grounding
Experience with critical power infrastructure, including UPS systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches
Experience creating and implementing process/design solutions with minimal impact on business operations
Ability to quickly assess an issue and assist technicians with troubleshooting and repair
Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment, under possible extended work hours and tight deadlines
Acute attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems
AutoCAD/Revit – beginner to intermediate skill level
Familiarity with the National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code

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
Travel up to 50% to other SpaceX locations
Valid driver’s license