Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Site Development, HVAC, and MEP) at SpaceX
Brownsville, TX, United States
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.
MECHANICAL ENGINEER (SITE DEVELOPMENT, HVAC, AND MEP)
As a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, you will oversee all design, construction, and operations of HVAC systems that are critical to production, launch, and facilities. You will be accountable for overseeing existing system performance and modifications, new system design and construction, companywide specifications/compliance, capital project management, and preventative maintenance efforts.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Act as the primary technical advisor on HVAC technology, design, construction, controls, and equipment operations across all production, launch, and general facilities
Work with internal customers on HVAC design requirements, construction schedules, and costs
Set priority and drive agenda on install projects to meet schedules
Continuously challenge HVAC design requirements, find ways to delete parts, simplify designs, and accelerate the construction process
Design and build HVAC systems with very short timelines
Manage external design consultants, contractors, technicians, and equipment suppliers
Design and build building automation systems to remotely monitor and control equipment
Analyze existing asset performance and find ways to optimize existing systems
Monitor critical production and launch assets, identify failure modes, and ways to improve reliability
Oversee HVAC preventative maintenance programs
In some cases, prepare plans, details, specified and cost estimates of plumbing, heating, ventilating, air conditioning and general piping system
Organize the review and evaluate the work of consultants, contractors, and others
Undertake general project site observation/inspection of the mechanical services works for contractor's adherence to the approved shop drawings and consultant's specification, good working practices, and construction schedule
Undertake a prior review of the contractor's proposed mechanical system testing and commissioning methods and schedule
Witness on-site piped system pressure test, air conditioning duct leakage testing, and another testing that may be required during the first fix works and advise the project manager accordingly
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or other engineering discipline
5+ years experience with HVAC system design, environmental sensors/components, industrial system monitoring, and/or data collection systems
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
5+ years of construction experience with working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
Has knowledge in reading and leading MEP plans to construction
Experience with NX/Teamcenter designing mechanical parts and assemblies
Professional Engineer license
Leadership experience with HVAC design, construction, and/or facilities management
Ability to interpret data trends and make necessary improvements to maintain ISO level specifications
Experience with construction documentation and developing architectural plans
Thorough understanding of direct expansion (DX) and chilled water systems
Ability to coordinate job walks for the bid process as well as contractors onsite
Heavy interest in developing facility support systems for aerospace production/test
Experience with large capital budgeting/project management and financial analysis
Creative and passionate approach to addressing challenges, and an enthusiastic, self-motivated attitude that relishes in delivering best-in-class performance
Strong computer and analytical skills including proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, and Microsoft Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; heavy focus in leadership
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Willingness to work long and off-nominal hours
Expectation and ability to be standing and moving for majority of day
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
