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Original Job Post

SpaceX · 4 days ago

Power Systems Engineer

Texas, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Lead the project team, consulting engineers, and contractors throughout the entirety of the engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process for power specific scope items

Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects

Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out

Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time

Coordinate with electrical utility provider for design/engineering to ensure reliable power service to critical site infrastructure

Interact with engineers, contractors, vendors, fabricators, and project stakeholders

Qualification

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Power Systems DesignWork in Hazardous EnvironmentsPPEProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityAttention to DetailElectrical SystemsPower DistributionDelta/Wye TransformersSwitchgearMotor Control CentersBuilding LightingFacility GroundingCritical Power InfrastructureUPS SystemsBackup GeneratorsAutomatic Transfer SwitchesProcess Design SolutionsTroubleshootingRepair AssistanceHigh-Stress EnvironmentAutoCAD/RevitNational Electric CodeNFPAInternational Building CodeConstruction Contracts ManagementCoordination with Utility ProvidersProject ManagementInterpersonal CommunicationTime Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline

3+ years of professional experience with the design or build of commercial or industrial power systems

Perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights

Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Remain focused while working in hazardous environments, while wearing appropriate PPE

Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted

Preferred

Primary experience with electrical and power distribution systems (<600Vac)

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 to business operations

Able to quickly assess an issue and assist technicians with troubleshooting and repair

Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment, under possible extended work hours and tight deadlines

Acute attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems

AutoCAD/Revit – beginner to intermediate skill level

Familiarity with National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code

Experience working with aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects

Experience in writing, negotiating, and managing construction contracts with subcontractors

Experience resolving design and construction conflicts in the field in real time

Coordinate with electrical utility provider for design/engineering to ensure reliable power service to critical site infrastructure

Interact with engineers, contractors, vendors, fabricators, and project stakeholders

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

Access to a 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

5 days of sick leave per year for exempt employees

Company

SpaceX

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SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that focuses on reducing the costs associated with space travel by using reusable rockets.

Founded in 2002

Hawthorne, California, USA

1,001-5,000 employees

https://www.spacex.com

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