SpaceX · 2 months ago
Sr. Power Systems Engineer (Facilities)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Sr. Power Systems Engineer will design, build, and activate advanced manufacturing facilities, focusing on high power electrical systems and collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure successful project execution.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work in a team environment with other engineering disciplines to provide detailed electrical design and specification for the installation of the following equipment and systems:
Electrical power distribution systems
Switch-gear and motor control centers
Exterior and interior lighting
Ground support system controls and ladder logic
Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units
Standby and emergency generators
Automatic transfer switches
Power monitoring hardware and software
Data/phone distribution and wiring
Building and site grounding systems
Fire alarm systems and lightning protection systems
Provide electrical engineering support to facility technicians to troubleshoot existing electrical equipment and controllers
Provide engineering support for the design, operation, and troubleshooting of all the facility's electrical components and systems, including:
Load flow analysis of electrical power distribution systems
Electrical equipment evaluation
Building and facility equipment grounding
Power monitoring hardware and software
Ensure that all equipment interfaces properly with other mechanical and electrical systems, including compatibility with facility power budgets
Coordinate all electrical installations and maintenance activities with local electrical utilities personnel
Ensure all electrical designs and installations conform to applicable codes and regulations
Provide code review and analysis utilizing NFPA 70E, NFPA 70 NEC, NFPA 497, NFPA 101, Vol 5 & 6 AFSPCMAN 91-710, and IBC
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline
5+ years of professional experience working on electrical projects, power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS's, and/or generators
Preferred
10+ years of years of professional experience in a similar role
Professional Engineering (PE) license
Ability to read and understand power and control schematics
Ability to read and understand highly technical equipment operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals
Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and industrial pumps
Experience with controls in MODBUS communication
Experience with medium voltage distribution
Experience with control panel design and production
Working knowledge of power coordination and arc flash
Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently
High level of self-motivation, with the ability to work under minimal supervision
Good organizational skills
Ability to prioritize and schedule workload
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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