SpaceX

Mechanical Engineer

SpaceX • $88K — $105K *
Mcgregor, TX 76657In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or relevant engineering discipline
  • 2+ years in aerospace, commercial, or industrial project design/build
  • Experience in mechanical, process piping, or HVAC system design
  • 5+ years of construction experience preferred
  • Knowledge of ASME B31.3 and B31.9 fluid systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead project teams through engineering, procurement, and construction phases
  • Manage design documentation for aerospace and industrial projects
  • Negotiate and manage construction contracts with multiple subcontractors
  • Design HVAC systems for various facility types
  • Conduct feasibility research on mechanical equipment and systems
  • Recommend design modifications for system performance issues
  • Oversee multiple construction projects, ensuring accuracy in budgeting and scheduling

Benefits

  • Opportunities for hands-on experience in a high-tech environment
  • Engagement in cutting-edge infrastructure projects
  • Collaborative work with engineers across various disciplines
  • Flexibility in working hours to meet project needs
  • Potential career growth in aerospace and industrial engineering fields
Full Job Description
MECHANICAL ENGINEER

As a member of the Texas Construction Projects team, you will work with engineers across multiple disciplines in the design, procurement, and build of infrastructure at our rocket development and test facility. This position is based out of McGregor, TX.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead a project team of engineers, consultants, and contractors throughout the engineering, procurement, and construction process
  • Manage the design, development, and issuance of drawings, documentation, and reports for aerospace, large commercial, or industrial-type facility and infrastructure projects
  • Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines from conceptual design through closeout and activation
  • Lead and/or contribute to the design of HVAC systems for various facilities: office, large warehouse, rocket, and customer payload
  • Use fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer knowledge as required to design tubing and piping systems
  • Conduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation, and performance of equipment, components, and systems
  • Recommend designs/modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions
  • Develop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications, and necessity of modification
  • Estimate costs and submit bids for engineering, construction, or extraction projects, and prepare contract documents
  • Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time with multiple parties
  • Prepare plans, details, specifications, and commercial bid documents for plumbing, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and general piping systems
  • Review and evaluate the work of consultants, contractors, and other external parties
  • Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing various construction projects simultaneously
  • Accountable for accurate budgeting and cost forecasting
  • Oversee project schedule accuracy and milestone reporting to engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project stakeholders

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or other engineering discipline
  • 2+ years of professional experience with the design and build of aerospace, large commercial, or industrial-type projects
  • Experience with mechanical/process piping/HVAC system design and/or project execution

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • 5+ years of construction experience with working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
  • Direct field experience with day-to-day management on a construction site
  • 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
  • Experience with ASME B31.3 and B31.9 fluid systems
  • Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • 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 and ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems
  • Familiarity with National Electrical Code, ASHRAE, National Fire Protection Association, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), and International Building Code

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Role may require extended hours, weekend work, and shift schedules that vary depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
  • 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
  • Remain focused while working in hazardous environments and wearing appropriate PPE
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted and stand and move for the majority of the day


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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