SpaceX is hiring a Sr. Facilities Engineer

SpaceX is hiring a Sr. Facilities Engineer to join the critical infrastructure team. We are looking for someone who can operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time, and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Your work will help design, build, activate, and maintain some of the world’s most technically advanced manufacturing facilities.

What You'll Do

• Lead internal project teams, consulting engineers and contractors throughout the entirety of the MEP engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and maintenance process.
• Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications.
• Verify maintenance is being completed and coordinate all repair, build, and contingency systems efforts for HVAC, electrical, cranes, facility systems (e.g. lighting, doors, roof leaks), security systems, and fire protection systems.
• Manage the design, development, and issuance of drawings, documentation, and reports for aerospace, large commercial or industrial type projects.
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time with multiple parties (internal and external).
• Prepare and coordinate capital expenditure process; including reviews, approvals and execution of site capital projects ensuring technical specifications, budget and deadlines are met.
• Work with the AHJ to acquire building permits when appropriate, and ensure all certificates and final inspections have been obtained prior to project close out.
• Communicate and deliver building/maintenance activities and schedule to personnel, subcontractors and material suppliers to effectively and efficiently execute targeted deadlines.
• Ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified installations.
• Respond to facility emergencies and own facility readiness procedures for environmental threats.
• Write, negotiate, and manage scope across multiple disciplines related to MEP engineering.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience with the design or build of MEP building systems.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or engineering design software.

Nice to Have

• Direct field experience with day to day management of aerospace, heavy industrial or large commercial construction projects.
• Experience in conceptual design and budgeting.
• Experience in contract management for large capital projects.
• Experience in managing the engineering, procurement, and construction process for aerospace or heavy industrial type projects.
• Primary experience with electrical and power distribution systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC operation and design principles including refrigeration, chillers, boilers, and air handling equipment.
• Experience with plumbing design and operation including domestic water, wastewater, venting, and storm systems.
• Working knowledge of delta/wye transformers, 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 to business operations.
• Able 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.
• Familiarity with National Electric Code, ASHRAE, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code.

Technical Stack

• AutoCAD
• Revit

Team & Environment

You will be a member of the critical infrastructure team.

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year + equity: Eligible for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or stock options.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short & long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Various other discounts and perks.
• Accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick leave.
• Eligible for long-term incentives (company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards).
• Potential discretionary bonuses.
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Work Mode

This role is onsite in Hawthorne, CA.

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.