Principal Construction Project Engineer (Starship Infrastructure

Job description

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. PRINCIPAL CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ENGINEER (STARSHIP INFRASTRUCTURE - LOUISIANA) As a member of the launch infrastructure development team, you will work with engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate our third orbital launch site and the infrastructure required to fly Starship, the most powerful rocket in the world, at a high rate. This position is based in Starbase, Texas (Brownsville / South Padre Island area) until early 2027, when relocation to Louisiana will be required. RESPONSIBILITIES: Own land development and utility projects from early scope through activation, and deliver them on time and on budget Build grading, drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, domestic water, and other underground utilities Support site feasibility and conceptual planning, review civil designs and calculations for constructability, and turn them into a buildable sequence and field plan Manage field quality control and coordinate a multi-discipline contractor team Drive local, state, and federal permitting for the site and utility work Set requirements with contractors, fabricators, owners, and internal clients, solicit proposals, and manage contracts through closeout Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, architecture, or construction management 10+ years of construction experience PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 15+ years of construction experience 5+ years of large-scale land development experience Experience with any of the following infrastructure: power generation, high-power electrical, water treatment, airport or airfield, or marine Proficiency in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading, drainage, and other site-development work Understanding of other disciplines such as electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying Experience using a CAD software package (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Revit) to review and coordinate site and utility design Professional Engineer (PE) license Ability to analyze problems and make sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications, and cost Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a fast-paced, challenging environment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Stand: Up to 6 hours per day Sit: Up to 6 hours per day Push/Pull: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per day Walk: Up to 10 hours per day Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 25 lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 10 hours per day Kneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per day Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 6 hours or greater per day Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Requirements

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Own land development and utility projects from early scope through activation, and deliver them on time and on budget
Build grading, drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, domestic water, and other underground utilities
Support site feasibility and conceptual planning, review civil designs and calculations for constructability, and turn them into a buildable sequence and field plan
Manage field quality control and coordinate a multi-discipline contractor team
Drive local, state, and federal permitting for the site and utility work
Set requirements with contractors, fabricators, owners, and internal clients, solicit proposals, and manage contracts through closeout
Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, architecture, or construction management
10+ years of construction experience
15+ years of construction experience
5+ years of large-scale land development experience
Experience with any of the following infrastructure: power generation, high-power electrical, water treatment, airport or airfield, or marine
Proficiency in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading, drainage, and other site-development work
Understanding of other disciplines such as electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying
Experience using a CAD software package (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Revit) to review and coordinate site and utility design
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Ability to analyze problems and make sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications, and cost
Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a fast-paced, challenging environment
Stand: Up to 6 hours per day
Sit: Up to 6 hours per day
Push/Pull: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day
Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per day
Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 25 lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day

Nice-to-haves

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