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- Founded in 2002 by Elon Musk
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- Developed Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets
- Raised over $7 billion with a valuation of $137 billion
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Overview
SpaceX is hiring a Civil Engineer for Land Development to design and build infrastructure for the Starship Launch Pad. You'll work with a team of elite engineers and utilize AutoCAD for project documentation. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and 1+ years of experience.
Job Description
Who you are
You hold a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related discipline and have at least 1 year of professional experience in land development projects. You possess strong analytical skills and are adept at performing calculations necessary for grading, drainage, and stormwater control facilities. Your experience includes managing civil aspects of construction projects, ensuring quality control, and resolving conflicts in real-time.
You are a collaborative team player who interacts effectively with contractors, fabricators, and internal clients to develop project requirements and schedules. You have a keen understanding of local, state, and federal permitting processes related to land development and utility construction projects. Your ability to communicate complex engineering concepts clearly is one of your strengths, allowing you to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
What you'll do
As a Civil Engineer on the Starship Launch Pad Engineering team, you will be responsible for developing and issuing drawings, design documentation, and reports for various land development projects. You will perform all necessary calculations for grading and drainage, ensuring compliance with stormwater control regulations and water quality standards. Your role will involve driving coordination and design efforts to obtain the required permits for construction projects.
You will manage the civil aspects of construction projects in the field, overseeing quality control and conflict resolution while coordinating with a multi-disciplinary contractor team. Your responsibilities will also include interacting with contractors and internal clients to define project requirements, schedules, and cost estimates prior to implementation. You will be expected to resolve design and construction conflicts in real-time, ensuring that projects stay on track and meet all regulatory requirements.
What we offer
At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to making space exploration a reality. We offer competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and innovative environment. You will work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, contributing to projects that have a significant impact on the future of humanity in space. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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