Sr. Civil​/Structural Engineer; Facilities

Position: Sr. Civil/Structural Engineer (Facilities)

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X 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 Space

X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER (FACILITIES)

Space

X is currently seeking talented individuals for a Sr. Structural Engineer position on the Facility Engineering team in Cape Canaveral. As a member of the Facility Engineering team you will work with a group of engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build and maintain the infrastructure that is required to support all aspects of Space

X launch activities, including Falcon launch and recovery, vehicle processing, spacecraft integration and Starship launch and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Perform both civil and structural design and analysis calculations for structural steel and concrete as well as supplementary grading and drainage designs
• Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
• Lead the project team, consulting engineers and contractors throughout the entirety of the civil and structural engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process
• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects
• Estimate material quantities, schedules, and costs for construction projects
• Support and manage the permitting process with AHJs and regulatory agencies
• Provide direct onsite engineering inspections and field observations
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
• Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications
• Manage and support the civil and structural aspects for launch pads and facilities
• Collaborate and provide input to other members on a multidisciplinary team which may include HVAC, high power, cranes, and other facility systems
• Support corrosion control evaluations and repairs

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
• 5+ years of professional experience in civil or structural engineering design, analysis, and drafting

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or other design software
• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Experience with SAP 2000, STAAD Pro, RISA-3D, Etabs, or similar analysis software
• Experience with multi-acre land development projects that includes due diligence, site layout, utilities, drainage, and permitting
• Knowledge of American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) steel manual, American Concrete Institute (ACI) code 318, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7, and International Building Code (IBC)
• Understanding of other disciplines such as: mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• Willing to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, wind, open ocean
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• When necessary, must be willing to work long hours and weekends to support launch and critical project timelines

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 ITAR here.

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X is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Space

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