Joblaze summary

The Senior Process Safety Engineer at SpaceX is responsible for conducting thorough Process Hazard Analyses and implementing safety management programs across advanced chemical systems. This role requires expertise in evaluating equipment safety scenarios and overseeing critical testing processes, with a strong emphasis on compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of experience in chemical engineering, particularly in designing and commissioning complex systems. The position is situated within a fast-paced team focused on innovative technologies aimed at enabling human life beyond Earth.

Joblaze insights

Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 25, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 25, 2026.

Quick facts

Is the Sr. Process Safety Engineer role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Bastrop, TX, United States.
How much experience is required?: At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Sr. Process Safety Engineer role.
Where is the role based?: SpaceX is hiring for this position in Bastrop, TX, United States.
What seniority level is this role?: SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Sr. Process Safety Engineer 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.

SENIOR PROCESS SAFETY ENGINEER

The SpaceX Bastrop Environmental Health & Safety team is seeking a highly driven engineer to establish process safety parameters across a variety of cutting-edge technologies and manufacturing processes. A successful engineer in this role will thrive in a high-paced collaborative environment, establishing themselves as a process safety SME with key stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) of advanced chemical systems and recommend controls to manage risks as low as reasonably practicable
Evaluate equipment overpressure/overtemperature scenarios and reaction hazards
Perform/oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), as well as risk assessments and hazard analyses on complex process equipment
Implement and field validate safety critical instruments and interlocks during Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs)
Implement a Process Safety Management (PSM) program and ensure compliance with all pillars of PSM

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in process safety or chemical engineering
5+ years’ experience with design and commissioning chemical systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree in chemical engineering
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, equipment datasheets, instrumentation diagrams, etc.
Experience with reviewing safety control circuits and calculating safety performance levels
Experience with design and commissioning of process systems for hydrofluoric acid, strong acids and bases, pyrophoric and flammable gases
Advanced understanding of industry codes, standards, and practices such as ASME, NFPA, ANSI, IBC/IFC, RAGAGEP, etc.
Knowledge of quality tools such as lean manufacturing principles, statistical process control, root cause analysis and corrective action, process failure mode and effects analysis (PFMEA), control plans, and various problem-solving approaches
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
Enthusiasm for the missions of enabling global internet connectivity and multi-planetary life

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Bastrop, TX area
Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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Sr. Process Safety Engineer

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