Structural Engineer, Production Infrastructure (Starship)

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.

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER, PRODUCTION INFRASTRUCTURE (STARSHIP)

As a member of the Starship Production Infrastructure team, you will work with engineers across multiple disciplines in the design, procurement, and build of the civil/structural scope of Starship production infrastructure.  This position is based out of Brownsville, TX.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own the full delivery of structural infrastructure, including design, procurement and contracting, fabrication, and construction
• Perform structural analysis and design for foundations, structures, and buildings in support of manufacturing facilities
• Create structural design drawings, calculations, and design summary presentations
• Prepare cost estimates, project schedules, and project cost control reports.
• Write and manage construction contracts with subcontractors for structural scope
• Manage multi-discipline design and construction projects
• Interact with other engineers, contractors, fabricators, and internal project stakeholders
• Provide direct onsite field management and resolve field conflicts in real time

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or other engineering discipline
• 2+ years of professional experience in civil and/or structural engineering

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of structural design/engineer experience with working knowledge in construction
• Professional Engineering (PE) or Structural Engineering (SE) license
• 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 Codes (IBC)
• Experience creating structural detail drawings in AutoCAD, Revit, NX, Solidworks or similar drafting programs
• Knowledge of ETABS, SAP2000, S-Concrete, ANSYS, FEMAP or similar analysis design programs
• Understanding of other disciplines, such as, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, and surveying
• Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Structural Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year    
Structural 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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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