Join SpaceX as a Civil Engineer focusing on water resources to design and build critical infrastructure for future missions.
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Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Design and build industrial water resources projects
- Perform calculations for hydraulics and water distribution
- Manage civil and water resources aspects of construction projects
- Interact with contractors and clients
- Resolve design and construction conflicts in real time
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or other engineering discipline
- 2+ years of professional experience in engineering or construction of water resources projects
Nice to have
- Engineer In Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience with civil design software packages including AutoCAD and/or Civil3D
- Working knowledge of hydraulic modeling and software
- Knowledge of permitting and environmental agency processes
- Experience with project management of major construction projects
Practical constraints
- Able to lift heavy objects up to 25 lbs unassisted
- Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Able to travel to other SpaceX sites as needed (up to 25%)
Requirements
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
In this role, the civil engineer focuses on designing and constructing water resources infrastructure to support SpaceX's ambitious projects. Key skills include proficiency in civil design software, hydraulic modeling, and project management, alongside a solid foundation in civil engineering principles. This position is ideal for candidates with a few years of relevant experience and a background in water resources projects, particularly those who thrive in fast-paced environments. The team collaborates closely across disciplines to ensure the successful delivery of critical infrastructure.
Joblaze insights
Quick facts
- Is the Civil Engineer, Water Resources role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Bastrop, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Civil Engineer, Water Resources role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Bastrop, TX.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AutoCAD, Civil3D, Hydraulic Modeling.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Civil Engineer, Water Resources role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
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.
CIVIL ENGINEER, WATER RESOURCES
As a member of the Construction Projects Team, you will work with a group of elite engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure that will enable SpaceX to achieve its long-term mission. This team is responsible for the delivery of large capital projects to various internal customer groups across the Company. This position is currently based out of the Bastrop area. Travel may accompany this role, and based on business needs, opportunities to work at other SpaceX facilities may occur in the future.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and build industrial water resources projects, including water treatment and delivery infrastructure, at a rapid pace to support company objectives
- Perform all calculations necessary for hydraulics, filtration, water quality, domestic and non-potable water distribution, and other underground utilities
- Manage the civil and water resources aspects of construction projects in the field
- Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and clients
- Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or other engineering discipline
- 2+ years of professional experience in the engineering or construction of water resources projects
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Engineer In Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Previous experience with civil design software packages including AutoCAD and/or Civil3D
- Working knowledge of hydraulic modeling and software
- Knowledge of processes of governing permitting and/or environmental agencies
- Understanding of other disciplines such as electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying that are necessary to efficiently construct infrastructure
- Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Working conditions may be in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
- Able to lift heavy objects up to 25 lbs unassisted
- Able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches
- Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed based on site operational needs; flexibility is required
- Able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.
- Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- Able to travel to other SpaceX sites as needed (up to 25%)
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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