Mechanical Designer, Automation & Controls (Starship Launch Pad)

The role

This role focuses on bridging the gap between system architecture and build for next generation launch pads. You will develop electrical schematics, size conveyances, and design control panels to support automated flight cadence.

What you will do

• Detail electrical schematics in collaboration with automation & controls engineers
• Perform conduit fill calculations and initial sizing of conveyances
• Create CAD models and drawings of conduits, control panels, bracketry, and related access provisions
• Perform basic structural analysis to ensure designs are robust for the launch pad environment
• Translate designs into planning for field install
• Documentation of designs as well as best practices

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering discipline
• 2+ years of professional experience using CAD tools (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar) to design and model mechanical, fluid, or electrical systems
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 6 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 25 lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 10 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 6 hours or greater per day

Nice to have

• Familiarity with design of weldments and sheet metal structures
• Experience using EPlan
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79 codes
• Experience designing and installing instrumentation and control systems in hazardous areas (NFPA 70 Section 500 installations); Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 environments or IEC equivalence
• Capable of solving problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience in fast-paced, demanding iterative design and manufacturing environments

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
• Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm capabilities, which may include a medical history review

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. The company is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars.