Is the Field Engineer (Gas/Steam Turbines) role remote?

No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.

How much experience is required?

At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Field Engineer (Gas/Steam Turbines) role.

Where is the role based?

SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.

What's the tech stack?

Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: FAT, HRSG, Mechanical Engineering, OEM, Siemens NX, Solidworks.

What seniority level is this role?

SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.

Is this full-time or contract?

Full-time for this Field Engineer (Gas/Steam Turbines) role at SpaceX.

Field Engineer (Gas/Steam Turbines) at SpaceX

Joblaze summary

The Field Engineer at SpaceX plays a crucial role in the development of power plants by managing the integration of rotating equipment, from technical specifications to commissioning. This position requires expertise in gas and steam turbines, as well as hands-on experience with mechanical systems and interface management. Ideal candidates will have a background in mechanical engineering and at least two years of relevant experience, particularly with utility-scale rotating equipment. The role involves significant fieldwork, including troubleshooting and collaboration with OEMs during construction and startup.

Joblaze insights

Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 21, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 21, 2026.
Mechanical Engineering appears in 4.4% of 3193 comparable mid other roles in United States; steam turbines appears in 0.1% of 3193 comparable mid other roles in United States.

Quick facts

Is the Field Engineer (Gas/Steam Turbines) role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.
How much experience is required?: At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Field Engineer (Gas/Steam Turbines) role.
Where is the role based?: SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: FAT, HRSG, Mechanical Engineering, OEM, Siemens NX, Solidworks.
What seniority level is this role?: SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Field Engineer (Gas/Steam Turbines) 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.

FIELD ENGINEER (GAS/STEAM TURBINES)

SpaceX is looking for a Field Engineer who can support power plant development by owning the rotating equipment integration scope from technical specification through equipment selection, interface management, construction and into commissioning. You’ll work across gas turbines, steam turbines, and HRSGs. This is not a desk job. You will be constructing the power plant, owning commissioning in the control room during startup, and in the field troubleshooting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop technical specifications for gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, and associated auxiliaries (lube oil systems, gas fuel skids, SCR/CO catalyst systems)
Lead technical evaluation of OEM proposals (GE, Siemens Energy, Mitsubishi Power, Doosan) and drive equipment selection recommendations
Own mechanical interface management between major equipment packages — turbine, generator, HRSG, steam turbine, condenser, and balance of plant systems
Review and approve OEM drawings, GA layouts, and P&IDs for technical compliance and constructibility
Support foundation and structural design coordination with civil/structural engineering, including dynamic loading and vibration criteria
Work with EPC and OEM to resolve technical interface issues (piping stress, thermal expansion, casing supports, lube oil routing) before they hit the field
Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) at OEM facilities
Support commissioning and startup activities on-site, including mechanical checkout, alignment verification, and vibration baseline testing
Develop technical basis for spare parts strategy and critical rotating equipment spares
Travel to OEM factories, fabrication shops, and the construction site as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
2+ years of experience with utility-scale rotating equipment: gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, or large industrial compressors/pumps

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Working knowledge of rotating equipment fundamentals: rotor dynamics, bearing design, lube oil systems, thermal expansion, and alignment
Experience with mechanical specification development and technical bid evaluation for major equipment packages
Direct experience with F-class or H-class gas turbines (GE 7/9FA/HA, Siemens SGT6/8, Mitsubishi M501/701, Doosan H-class)
Experience with HRSG design review — drum internals, superheater/reheater arrangement, SCR integration
Familiarity with API 611/612/616/617 standards for rotating equipment
Experience with vibration analysis, rotor dynamics software, or finite element analysis for rotating machinery
Factory acceptance test (FAT) experience at an OEM turbine or generator facility
Field commissioning experience: alignment, mechanical run tests, vibration baselining
Comfort working directly with OEM engineering teams to resolve technical disputes under schedule pressure
Experience using SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, or similar CAD software
Knowledge of engineering standards and best practices such as ASME B31.3, ASME BPV Code Section VIII, and AFSPCMAN 91-710

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required
Willingness to travel to job sites during construction, commissioning, and critical operational events

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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Field Engineer (Gas/Steam Turbines)

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