SpaceX · 20 hours ago
Civil Engineer, Land Development (Starship Launch Pad)
Cape Canaveral, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expSpaceX 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. As a member of the Starship Launch Pad Engineering team, you will work with a group of elite engineers to design, build, and activate infrastructure that will enable orbital launch capability for the largest rocket in the world.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial-type land development projects
Perform all calculations necessary for grading and drainage, stormwater control facilities, water quality, domestic water distribution, and other underground utilities
Drive coordination and design necessary to obtain local, state, and federal permits as it relates to land development and utility construction projects
Manage the civil aspects of construction projects in the field, including quality control, conflict resolution, and coordination of a multi-disciplinary contractor team
Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and internal clients to develop project requirements, schedule, and cost estimates prior to project implementation
Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or other engineering discipline
1+ years of professional experience in civil engineering design, analysis, and/or drafting
Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral
Ability to perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Ability to remain focused while working in hazardous environments, while wearing appropriate PPE
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
Preferred
Proficiency in technical skills in storm water management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designs
Understanding of other disciplines such as electrical, piping, geotechnical, electrical and surveying
EIT or Professional Engineering (PE) license
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a high-paced, challenging work environment
Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
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
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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