Civil/Structural Engineer

About the role

As a member of the Construction Projects team, you will work with a group of elite engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure for a variety of projects at the Rocket Development Facility in Texas, as well as other facilities across SpaceX. This position is based in McGregor, TX.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team, consulting engineers, and contractors throughout the entirety of the civil and structural engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process
• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects
• Perform both civil and structural design and analysis calculations for structural steel and concrete
• Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
• Manage the civil and structural aspects of construction projects
• Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and clients
• Provide direct onsite engineering inspections and field observations
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
• Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or other engineering discipline
• 1+ years of professional experience as an engineer with a focus in design or build of structural infrastructure

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Knowledge of American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) steel manual, American Concrete Institute (ACI) code 318, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7, and International Building Code (IBC)
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software
• Experience with SAP 2000, STAAD Pro, RISA-3D, Etabs, or similar analysis software
• Knowledge of processes of governing permitting agencies such as building departments and/or environmental agencies
• Understanding of other disciplines such as: mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying
• Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
• Experience with at least three of the following project delivery phases: 1) conceptual layout and high-level trade studies 2) detailed engineering design and development 3) request for proposals/quotes, contract issue 4) supervision of construction to completion 5) work punch lists and certificate of occupancy (CO) with building official
• Sound communication skills

Additional Requirements

• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed based on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Able to work on ladders, lifts, and at elevated heights (up to 300 feet) with proper PPE
• Able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches
• Able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed - heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.
• Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX sites when needed (up to 30%)

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. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.