SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

Lead Power Systems Engineer

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMcGregor, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
At least 5 years of experience working as an electrical engineer focused on power distribution systems is required.
The role may require extended hours, weekend work, and shift schedules that vary with site operational needs; flexibility is required.
Must be willing to perform hands-on work in heat, cold, rain, tight quarters, or at heights.
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
Must remain focused in hazardous environments while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
Must be able to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment, including during extended work hours.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of engineers supporting the design, operation, material and component selection and procurement, construction, activation, and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems, load center panels, and supporting infrastructure.
Communicate with electrical utility personnel about design, engineering, and maintenance, and provide support and direction to electricians and technicians during construction, activation, and maintenance of power distribution systems, motor control centers, test stands, and equipment.
Support testing campaigns by monitoring and reviewing critical issue tickets, and respond promptly to troubleshoot and remedy electrical equipment.
Develop ways to streamline site-wide processes and increase the reliability and efficiency of testing operations for the Rocket Development Facility.
Perform additional tasks as needed to ensure efficient and effective testing.

Desired Qualifications

A Professional Engineering license is preferred.
Experience with high-, medium-, and low-voltage electrical and power distribution systems is preferred.
Experience creating and implementing process or design solutions without shutting down or pausing business operations is preferred.
Experience designing and installing systems in Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 environments is preferred.
Attention to detail and the ability to identify interactions with other systems to avoid problems are preferred.
Familiarity with National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code analysis is preferred.
Experience with utility-company substations is preferred.
Experience with switchgear and motor control centers is preferred.
Experience with primary (12,470 Vac) and secondary (480/277 Vac) power distribution is preferred.
Experience with Delta/Wye transformer configurations is preferred.
Experience with panel circuit assignment is preferred.
Experience with load center balancing is preferred.
Experience with building lighting, building construction specifications, and facility grounding is preferred.
Experience with combination motor starters, variable frequency drives, and electrical motor troubleshooting and repair is preferred.
Intermediate skill with AutoCAD is preferred; AutoCAD Electrical is a plus.
Experience with uninterruptible power supply systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches is preferred.

SpaceX 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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

LEAD POWER SYSTEMS ENGINEER

SpaceX power systems engineers work in a fast-paced environment with other engineering disciplines to provide detailed designs and construction specifications for the installation of new equipment and systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead a team of engineers to provide support for the design, operation, material/component selection and procurement, construction, activation, and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems, load center panels, and supporting infrastructure
Communicate with electrical utilities personnel for design/engineering and maintenance to provide support and direction to electricians and technicians during construction, activation, and maintenance of power distribution, motor control centers, test stands, and equipment
Support testing campaigns by monitoring and reviewing critical issue tickets, responding in a timely fashion to troubleshoot and remedy electrical equipment
Develop novel ways to streamline site-wide processes and increase the reliability and efficiency of testing operations for the Rocket Development Facility
Perform any additional tasks that ensure efficient and effective testing, as required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
5+ years of experience working as an electrical engineer focusing on power distribution systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Professional Engineering license
Experience with electrical and power distribution systems of high, medium, and low voltage
Experience creating and implementing process/design solutions without shutting down or pausing business operations
Experience designing and installing systems in a Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 environment
Acute attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems
Familiarity with National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association and International Building Code analysis
Experience with:
- Substations (utility company)
- Switchgear and motor control centers
- Primary (12,470Vac) and secondary (480/277Vac) power distribution
- Delta/Wye transformer configurations
- Panel circuit assignment
- Load center balancing
- Building lighting, building construction specifications, and facility grounding
- Combination motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, electrical motor troubleshooting/repair
- AutoCAD - Intermediate skill level (AutoCAD Electrical a plus)
- UPS systems, Backup Generators, Automatic Transfer Switches

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Role may require extended hours, weekend work and shift schedules, that vary depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
Willing to 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
Ability to remain focused while working in hazardous environments and while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment, under possible extended work hours
Ability to lift up to 50lbs. 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].

About the Company

SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

SpaceX builds and launches reusable rockets and spacecraft for NASA, the military, and companies, and it runs Starlink, a satellite internet service for homes and businesses. In 2020, its Dragon capsule became the first privately built spacecraft to carry astronauts to the International Space Station. Its Falcon 9 rocket lands its first stage so the booster can fly again, which cuts launch costs, while Starlink beams internet from low-orbit satellites to small dishes for a monthly fee. SpaceX also owns xAI, maker of the Grok chatbot and owner of the social network X, and is building Starship, a fully reusable rocket meant to carry people to the Moon and Mars. Elon Musk founded SpaceX in 2002, and it is based in Starbase, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Starbase, Texas
Founded: 2002

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