Facilities Infrastructure Engineer (Reliability)

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Facilities Infrastructure Engineer (Reliability)

Hawthorne, CA

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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.

FACILITIES INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER (RELIABILITY)

As a member of the critical infrastructure team, you will help design, build, activate and maintain some of the world’s most technically advanced manufacturing facilities.

You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

As a Facilities Engineer, you will participate, coordinate, and execute infrastructure projects as well as oversee ongoing operations and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and utilities.

This will involve corrective, preventive and predictive maintenance techniques as well as operational and design feedback for maintaining and improving all systems at SpaceX's Hawthorne production facility.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Lead internal project teams, consulting engineers and contractors throughout the entirety of the MEP engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and maintenance process.



+ Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications.

+ Verify maintenance is being completed and coordinate all repair, build, and contingency systems efforts for HVAC, electrical, cranes, facility systems (e.g. lighting, doors, roof leaks), security systems, and fire protection systems.

+ Manage the design, development, and issuance of drawings, documentation, and reports for aerospace, large commercial or industrial type projects.



+ Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time with multiple parties (internal and external).



+ Prepare and coordinate capital expenditure process; including reviews, approvals and execution of site capital projects ensuring technical specifications, budget and deadlines are met.



+ Work with the AHJ to acquire building permits when appropriate, and ensure all certificates and final inspections have been obtained prior to project close out.



+ Communicate and deliver building/maintenance activities and schedule to personnel, subcontractors and material suppliers to effectively and efficiently execute targeted deadlines.



+ Ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified installations.



+ Respond to facility emergencies and own facility readiness procedures for environmental threats.



+ Write, negotiate, and manage scope across multiple disciplines related to MEP engineering.



BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

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



+ 3+ years of professional experience with the design or build of MEP building systems.



+ Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or engineering design software.



PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

+ Direct field experience with day to day management of aerospace, heavy industrial or large commercial construction projects.



+ Experience in conceptual design and budgeting.



+ Experience in contract management for large capital projects.



+ Experience in managing the engineering, procurement, and construction process for aerospace or heavy industrial type projects.



+ Primary experience with electrical and power distribution systems.

+ Knowledge of HVAC operation and design principles including refrigeration, chillers, boilers, and air handling equipment.



+ Experience with plumbing design and operation including domestic water, wastewater, venting, and storm systems.



+ Working knowledge of delta/wye transformers, 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.



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



ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Provide 24/7 on-call support of all critical activities and emergency situations.

+ This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area.

+ Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed.

+ Ability to stand, crawl, stoop, and push or lift up to 30 lbs.

unassisted.

+ Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Facilities Infrastructure Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Facilities Infrastructure Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX.

You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.

You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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 ITARhere (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .



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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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