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.

As a member of the HQ Construction & Engineering team, you will be responsible for providing engineering support for the design, operation, and troubleshooting of construction electrical components and systems, while overseeing installations and maintenance activities. You will work with a group of elite engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure that will enable orbital launch capability for the largest rocket in the world. This position is based in Hawthorne, CA.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in a team environment with other engineering disciplines to provide detailed electrical design and specification for the installation of the following equipment and systems:
  • Electrical power distribution systems.
  • Switch-gear and motor control centers.
  • Exterior and interior lighting.
  • Ground support system controls and ladder logic.
  • Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units.
  • Standby and emergency generators.
  • Automatic transfer switches.
  • Power monitoring hardware and software.
  • Data/phone distribution and wiring.
  • Building and site grounding systems.
  • Fire alarm systems and lightning protection systems.
• Provide electrical engineering support to facility technicians to troubleshoot existing electrical equipment and controllers.
• Provide engineering support for the design, operation, and troubleshooting of all the facility's electrical components and systems, including:
  • Load flow analysis of electrical power distribution systems.
  • Electrical equipment evaluation.
  • Building and facility equipment grounding.
  • Power monitoring hardware and software.
• Ensure that all equipment interfaces properly with other mechanical and electrical systems, including compatibility with facility power budgets.
• Coordinate all electrical installations and maintenance activities with local electrical utilities personnel.
• Ensure all electrical designs and installations conform to applicable codes and regulations.
• Provide code review and analysis utilizing NFPA 70E, NFPA 70 NEC, NFPA 497, NFPA 101, Vol 5 & 6 AFSPCMAN 91-710, and IBC.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of professional experience working on electrical projects, power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS's, and/or generators.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of years of professional experience in a similar role.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Ability to read and understand power and control schematics.
• Ability to read and understand highly technical equipment operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and industrial pumps.
• Experience with controls in MODBUS communication.
• Experience with medium voltage distribution.
• Experience with control panel design and production.
• Working knowledge of power coordination and arc flash.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• High level of self-motivation, with the ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule workload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The position requires long hours and some nights and weekends when needed.
• This position will work out of our Hawthorne, CA office.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range: 

Level I: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year

Level II: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00/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 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.  

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.