Civil Engineer, Starbase Infrastructure (Starship)

The role

You will design, build, and activate infrastructure for projects at Starbase and other SpaceX facilities. You will own tasks from start to finish to support the mission of enabling life beyond Earth.

What you will do

• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for land development projects
• Perform calculations for grading, drainage, stormwater control, and underground utilities
• Perform civil-specific engineering, procurement, and construction activities
• Drive coordination and design to obtain local, state, and federal permits
• Manage civil aspects of construction projects in the field
• Prepare cost estimates, project schedules, and project cost control reports
• Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and internal clients
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Physical effort with lifting and carrying materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.)
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed
• Ability to remain focused while working in hazardous environments, while wearing appropriate PPE
• Valid driver’s license

Nice to have

• 2+ years of civil technical experience with working knowledge in construction
• Proficiency in technical skills in pump design, 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
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional Engineering (PE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) 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

About the company

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The company was founded on the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting.