ELECTRICAL ENGINEER, ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE & GENERATION
As an Electrical Engineer, you will be directly supporting SpaceX's Energy Infrastructure & Generation in Bastrop, TX.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the engineering and construction of temporary and permanent power generation plants, including gas/diesel generators, gas turbines, solar arrays, and hybrid systems to meet facility energy demands and reduce peak grid impacts
- Oversee the build and commissioning of power generation infrastructure, coordinating with construction teams to ensure safe, efficient installation and integration with existing site power distribution and utility feeds
- Develop maintenance programs for power systems, including predictive maintenance schedules, performance monitoring, and upgrades to enhance reliability and longevity
- Perform detailed power system analyses, including load forecasting, energy modeling, and optimization for cost and efficiency in a high-demand manufacturing environment
- Collaborate with utility providers to negotiate and implement grid interconnections, while designing resilient on-site generation to minimize downtime during outages or expansions
- Conduct hands-on troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on power generation equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements along with working with contractors on larger issues and repairs
- Drive innovation in sustainable power solutions, such as incorporating energy storage and renewable sources into permanent generation plants
- Develop long term facility load ramps with site personnel from various teams to determine power needs across various buildings and product teams for energy procurement and utility/generation expansion
- Support overall facility power strategy through risk management, budgeting, and reporting on generation performance metrics
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or engineering.
- 3+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on power generation design, construction, or maintenance
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- 5+ years of experience in industrial or manufacturing facility electrical engineering, ideally in aerospace, telecommunications, or high-tech sectors
- Experience working with utility providers for grid connections, metering, and demand management
- Proficiency in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, or SKM PowerTools)
- Knowledge of power generation systems, including generators, transformers, switchgear, and protective relaying
- Direct experience with utility-specific requirements, including interconnection agreements, tariffs, and renewable integration
- Expertise in designing hybrid power systems combining utility feeds with on-site generation (temporary and permanent), including microgrids or energy storage solutions
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas or eligibility to obtain one
- Familiarity with sustainable energy practices, such as integrating solar or battery storage for facility resilience
- Strong project management skills, with experience leading electrical construction projects from concept to commissioning
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, at heights, and in confined spaces
- Ability to work onsite at our Bastrop, TX facility (Remote work not considered)
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Ability to travel as needed
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift to 30 lbs. unassisted