Sr. Civil Engineer, Offsite Infrastructure (Starlink)

The role

This person will coordinate with external agencies to secure approvals and drive project execution for off-site improvements. They will oversee the planning and implementation of off-site transportation and utility extensions.

What you will do

• Coordinate with external agencies to secure approvals and negotiate agreements for off-site improvements.
• Develop project requirements, schedules, and cost estimates through collaboration with stakeholders.
• Oversee planning and implementation of off-site transportation and utility extensions.
• Manage civil aspects of off-site construction projects in the field.
• Lead permitting processes by interfacing with governing agencies.
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in real-time.
• Conduct impact studies and assessments to support project advancement.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• 5+ years of professional experience in civil engineering, with a focus on off-site or external infrastructure projects, including coordination with agencies and stakeholders.
• Ability to work at elevated heights, in indoor and outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain, snow).
• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs. unassisted).
• Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs.
• Ability to provide on-call support in emergencies.
• Occasional travel may be required based on specific project tasks.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice to have

• 8+ years of professional experience in civil engineering, ideally involving off-site developments and external collaborations.
• EIT or Professional Engineering (PE) license in Texas.
• Previous experience with civil design software packages like StormCAD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, WaterCAD, PCSWMM.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D (grading, earthwork volume takeoffs, plan and profile creation, base model setup among other items).
• Knowledge of processes of governing permitting and/or environmental agencies, including DOT standards for transportation and utility interconnections.
• Understanding of other disciplines such as electrical, piping, geotechnical, surveying, and gas distribution.
• Experience with project management of major public construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management, with strong emphasis on external stakeholder engagemen
• Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings, and technical manuals for external infrastructure components.

Before you apply

• 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 eligibl

About the company

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.