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SR. ELECTRICAL ENGINEER, POWER SYSTEMS
As a member of the construction projects team, you will work with engineers across multiple disciplines in the design, procurement, and build of infrastructure at our College Station facility. This is a hands-on role responsible for the planning and execution of new facility construction and renovation projects with emphasis on power systems. You will work with construction project managers, facility engineers, designers, vendors, and internal partners/customers to support these goals. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change and own projects from start to finish with the goal of making the SpaceX campus a world-class facility. This position is based in College Station, TX.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate and grow with a multi-disciplinary infrastructure project team by performing power-specific engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities for a variety of critical and fast-paced company projects
- Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for manufacturing, industrial, and commercial type projects
- Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
- Coordinate with electrical utility provider for design/engineering to ensure reliable power service to critical site infrastructure
- Interact with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project stakeholders
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology
- 5+ years of professional experience with the design and/or build of commercial or industrial power systems
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of years of professional experience in a similar role with electrical and power distribution systems (<600Vac)
- Professional Engineering (PE) license
- 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
- AutoCAD/Revit – beginner to intermediate skill level
- Familiarity with the National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code
- Ability to read and understand power and control schematics and technical equipment operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals
- Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), industrial pumps, MODBUS communication, medium-voltage distribution and control panel design and production
- Ability to quickly assess an issue and assist technicians with troubleshooting and repair
- Working knowledge of power coordination and arc flash
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Physical ability to perform hands-on work in various environments, including heat, cold, rain, and tight quarters
- Ability to work onsite at our College Station, TX facility (Remote work not considered)
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Ability to travel as needed
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
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 [email protected].
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology
- 5+ years of professional experience designing and/or building commercial or industrial power systems
- 5+ years of experience with electrical and power distribution systems below 600 VAC
- Professional Engineer license
- Experience with critical power infrastructure, including UPS systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches
- Working knowledge of transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, building lighting, facility grounding, and power distribution
- AutoCAD and Revit experience
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Code, NFPA, and International Building Code
- Experience with VFDs, industrial pumps, MODBUS communication, medium-voltage distribution, and control panel design
- Working knowledge of power coordination and arc flash
- Ability to work onsite at the College Station, Texas facility; remote work is not considered
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to perform hands-on work in varied environments and lift up to 25 pounds unassisted
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Ability to travel as needed
- ITAR eligibility through U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, refugee/asylee status, or ability to obtain authorization
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity grants are a core part of total compensation, with periodic company-run tender offers that create liquidity before any public listing. These mechanisms can make the equity component feel materially valuable in practice.
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Healthcare Strength — The package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with on-site clinics and health resources at major sites. This breadth of coverage is presented as a strong element of the offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Major locations feature on-site amenities such as fitness facilities, food/coffee, clinics, and other conveniences. These lifestyle perks enhance day-to-day value alongside cash and equity.
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What We Do
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary. SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth — a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA.
