SpaceX

Power Systems Engineer

SpaceX • $95K — $115K *
Bastrop, TX 78602In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or technology
  • 3+ years of experience in commercial or industrial power systems design/build
  • Expertise in electrical and power distribution systems
  • Knowledge of delta/wye transformers, switchgear, and building lighting
  • Familiar with critical power infrastructure like UPS systems and generators

Responsibilities

  • Lead project teams in engineering and construction for power projects
  • Develop and issue engineering documentation and design reports
  • Negotiate and manage contracts with subcontractors
  • Resolve field conflicts in design and construction
  • Coordinate with utility providers for reliable power services
  • Engage with engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders

Benefits

  • Hands-on work environment with real-time problem-solving
  • Opportunity to work on significant capital projects
  • Engagement with multidisciplinary teams
  • Possibility of travel to other SpaceX facilities
  • Focus on innovative, high-impact projects
Full Job Description
POWER SYSTEMS ENGINEER

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 Bastrop site in the Bastrop, TX area. Travel may accompany this role, and based on business needs, opportunities to work at other SpaceX facilities may occur in the future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead the project team, consulting engineers and contractors throughout the entirety of the engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process for power-specific scope items
  • 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 electrical utility provider for design/engineering to ensure reliable power service to critical site infrastructure
  • Interact with engineers, contractors, vendors, fabricators, and project stakeholders

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology
  • 3+ 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 (
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • This role requires you to be onsite - hybrid or remote work will not be considered
  • Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Remain focused while working in hazardous environments, while wearing appropriate PPE
  • Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
  • Travel up to 25%


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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