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Civil/Structural Engineer

SpaceX · On-site

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Last seen by MeritLog September 10, 2026Source: GreenhouseSource version: greenhouse-job-board-v1

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Job details

Work model
On-site
Salary
Not listed by source
Location
McGregor, TX

What the role asks for

What you'd do

  • Lead the project team, consulting engineers, and contractors throughout the entirety of the civil and structural engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process
  • Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects
  • Perform both civil and structural design and analysis calculations for structural steel and concrete
  • Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
  • Manage the civil and structural aspects of construction projects
  • Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and clients
  • Provide direct onsite engineering inspections and field observations
  • Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
  • Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications

What they're asking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or other engineering disciplineEducation
  • 1+ years of professional experience as an engineer with a focus in design or build of structural infrastructureExperience
  • Professional Engineering (PE) licenseCredentialPreferred
  • 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 Code (IBC)SkillPreferred
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design softwareSkillPreferred
  • Experience with SAP 2000, STAAD Pro, RISA-3D, Etabs, or similar analysis softwareSkillPreferred
  • Knowledge of processes of governing permitting agencies such as building departments and/or environmental agenciesSkillPreferred
  • Understanding of other disciplines such as: mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveyingSkillPreferred
  • Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor managementSkillPreferred
  • Experience with at least three of the following project delivery phases: 1) conceptual layout and high-level trade studies 2) detailed engineering design and development 3) request for proposals/quotes, contract issue 4) supervision of construction to completion 5) work punch lists and certificate of occupancy (CO) with building officialSkillPreferred
  • Sound communication skillsSkillPreferred
  • Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed based on site operational needs; flexibility is requiredSkillPreferred
  • Able to work on ladders, lifts, and at elevated heights (up to 300 feet) with proper PPESkillPreferred
  • Able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launchesSkillPreferred
  • Able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.SkillPreferred
  • Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noiseSkillPreferred
  • Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX sites when needed (up to 30%)SkillPreferred
  • 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.SkillPreferred

Parsed by MeritLog from the employer’s own posting. The full description follows below.

Job description

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. CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER As a member of the Construction Projects team, you will work with a group of elite engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure for a variety of projects at the Rocket Development Facility in Texas, as well as other facilities across SpaceX. This position is based in McGregor, TX. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead the project team, consulting engineers, and contractors throughout the entirety of the civil and structural engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process • Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects • Perform both civil and structural design and analysis calculations for structural steel and concrete • Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out • Manage the civil and structural aspects of construction projects • Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and clients • Provide direct onsite engineering inspections and field observations • Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time • Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or other engineering discipline • 1+ years of professional experience as an engineer with a focus in design or build of structural infrastructure PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Professional Engineering (PE) 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 Code (IBC) • Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software • Experience with SAP 2000, STAAD Pro, RISA-3D, Etabs, or similar analysis software • Knowledge of processes of governing permitting agencies such as building departments and/or environmental agencies • Understanding of other disciplines such as: mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying • Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management • Experience with at least three of the following project delivery phases: 1) conceptual layout and high-level trade studies 2) detailed engineering design and development 3) request for proposals/quotes, contract issue 4) supervision of construction to completion 5) work punch lists and certificate of occupancy (CO) with building official • Sound communication skills ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed based on site operational needs; flexibility is required • Able to work on ladders, lifts, and at elevated heights (up to 300 feet) with proper PPE • Able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches • Able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc. • Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise • Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX sites when needed (up to 30%) 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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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