SpaceX
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Manager, MEP Engineering

Location
College Station, TX · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Lead / Staff
Experience
5+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
23 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • ITAR eligibility
  • valid driver's license
  • HVAC design
  • NEC
  • NFPA
  • AutoCAD
  • Revit

Also useful

  • arc-flash studies
  • building management systems

Responsibilities

  • Assemble and lead a multi-discipline team of MEP engineers, designers, technicians, consultants, and contractors throughout the full design-build lifecycle, including engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
  • Outcome owner for safety, cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
  • Work with internal operations and stakeholder teams to define overall scope and specific MEP requirements.
  • Own basis of design, calculations, specifications, and drawing packages from concept through issued-for-construction and as-built.
  • Manage the design, development, and issuance of drawings, documentation, and reports across HVAC, process mechanical, hydronics, electrical power distribution, lighting, grounding, plumbing, and building/process controls.
  • Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing MEP construction and startup, including testing, commissioning, and turnover to operations.
  • Write, negotiate, and manage design and construction contracts with consultants and subcontractors across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls.
  • Accountable for budgeting, scheduling, and general project controls for MEP scope.
  • Mentor team members in technical design, contract management, and project management.
  • Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field, including constructability, trade coordination, RFIs, and change management.
  • Report design and project status to stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or other engineering discipline.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in mechanical, electrical, or MEP engineering.
  • 2+ years of experience in a leadership position.

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Demonstrated complete project ownership in a field/hands-on type role.
  • Integrated project delivery experience, including design, procurement, and construction.
  • Proven track record of successful results with fast-tracked industrial facility and infrastructure projects.
  • 2+ years leading engineers, designers, or contractors.
  • Experience designing and delivering HVAC, hydronic, plumbing, and electrical distribution systems for industrial or mission-critical facilities.
  • Advanced competency with project control tasks including critical path scheduling, cost estimation and contingency/risk classification, and thorough cost analysis skills.
  • Advanced knowledge of construction contracting and procurement means and methods.
  • Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including NEC, IMC, IPC, ASHRAE, and NFPA.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit; experience with load calculations, short-circuit/coordination/arc-flash studies, and duct/pipe design tools.
  • Experience with building management systems, controls, and commissioning of MEP systems.
  • Experience managing engineers, designers, and external A/E firms.

Additional Requirements

  • Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
  • Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently.
  • Occasional travel may be required based on specific project tasks.
  • Valid driver's license.

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.

About SpaceX

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

Equal opportunity and legal notices

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