SpaceX

Lead Power Systems Engineer

SpaceX • $110K — $130K *
Mcgregor, TX 76657In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
  • 5+ years of experience as an electrical engineer focusing on power distribution systems
  • Professional Engineering license (preferred)
  • Experience with high, medium, and low voltage electrical power distribution systems
  • Familiarity with National Electric Code and National Fire Protection Association standards
  • Intermediate AutoCAD skill level, with AutoCAD Electrical as a plus
  • Attention to detail in system interactions to avoid issues

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team in the design and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems
  • Coordinate with electrical utilities on design and maintenance support
  • Monitor testing campaigns and resolve critical electrical issues
  • Innovate processes to improve reliability and efficiency of testing operations
  • Complete additional tasks for effective testing as required

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment
  • Hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities
  • Collaboration with a multidisciplinary engineering team
  • Flexibility in working conditions, adapting to operational needs
  • Engagement in complex electrical design and operational challenges
Full Job Description
LEAD POWER SYSTEMS ENGINEER

SpaceX power systems engineers work in a fast-paced environment with other engineering disciplines to provide detailed designs and construction specifications for the installation of new equipment and systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead a team of engineers to provide support for the design, operation, material/component selection and procurement, construction, activation, and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems, load center panels, and supporting infrastructure
  • Communicate with electrical utilities personnel for design/engineering and maintenance to provide support and direction to electricians and technicians during construction, activation, and maintenance of power distribution, motor control centers, test stands, and equipment
  • Support testing campaigns by monitoring and reviewing critical issue tickets, responding in a timely fashion to troubleshoot and remedy electrical equipment
  • Develop novel ways to streamline site-wide processes and increase the reliability and efficiency of testing operations for the Rocket Development Facility
  • Perform any additional tasks that ensure efficient and effective testing, as required


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
  • 5+ years of experience working as an electrical engineer focusing on power distribution systems


PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Professional Engineering license
  • Experience with electrical and power distribution systems of high, medium, and low voltage
  • Experience creating and implementing process/design solutions without shutting down or pausing business operations
  • Experience designing and installing systems in a Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 environment
  • Acute attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems
  • Familiarity with National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association and International Building Code analysis
  • Experience with:
    • Substations (utility company)
    • Switchgear and motor control centers
    • Primary (12,470Vac) and secondary (480/277Vac) power distribution
    • Delta/Wye transformer configurations
    • Panel circuit assignment
    • Load center balancing
    • Building lighting, building construction specifications, and facility grounding
    • Combination motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, electrical motor troubleshooting/repair
    • AutoCAD - Intermediate skill level (AutoCAD Electrical a plus)
    • UPS systems, Backup Generators, Automatic Transfer Switches


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Role may require extended hours, weekend work and shift schedules, that vary depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
  • Willing to 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
  • Ability to remain focused while working in hazardous environments and while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment, under possible extended work hours
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs. 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. a7 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

About SpaceX

SpaceX is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The company designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX has developed the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Dragon spacecraft. The company was founded with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX has achieved several milestones in spaceflight, including the first privately-funded liquid-propellant rocket to reach orbit, the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station, and the first privately-funded company to send a human-rated spacecraft to orbit.
Learn more about SpaceX
Size
8,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
2002
* Ladders Estimates

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