SpaceX · 17 hours ago
Sr. Civil/Structural Engineer
McGregor, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Sr. Civil/Structural Engineer will lead project teams to design and build infrastructure for various projects, ensuring compliance with standards and managing construction processes.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the project team, consulting engineers, and contractors throughout the entirety of the civil and structural engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process
Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects
Perform both civil and structural design and analysis calculations for structural steel and concrete
Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
Manage the civil and structural aspects of construction projects
Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and clients
Provide direct onsite engineering inspections and field observations
Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or other engineering discipline
5+ years of professional experience as an engineer with a focus in design or build of structural infrastructure
Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and at elevated heights (up to 300 feet) with proper PPE
Able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches
Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed based on site operational needs; flexibility is required
Able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc
Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX sites when needed (up to 30%)
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
Professional Engineering (PE) license
Knowledge of American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) steel manual, American Concrete Institute (ACI) code 318, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7, and International Building Code (IBC)
Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software
Experience with SAP 2000, STAAD Pro, RISA-3D, Etabs, or similar analysis software
Knowledge of processes of governing permitting agencies such as building departments and/or environmental agencies
Understanding of other disciplines such as: mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying
Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
Experience with at least three of the following project delivery phases: 1) conceptual layout and high-level trade studies 2) detailed engineering design and development 3) request for proposals/quotes, contract issue 4) supervision of construction to completion 5) work punch lists and certificate of occupancy (CO) with building official
Sound communication skills
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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