Sr. Civil Engineer, Offsite Infrastructure (Starlink)
SpaceX
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SR. CIVIL ENGINEER, OFFSITE INFRASTRUCTURE (STARLINK)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate extensively with external agencies, including Department of Transportation (DOT), utility providers, and local/state/federal entities, to secure approvals, negotiate agreements, and drive project execution for off-site improvements.
- Develop project requirements, schedules, and cost estimates through collaboration with contractors, fabricators, external stakeholders, and internal clients to ensure alignment and timely results.
- Oversee the planning and implementation of off-site transportation and utility extensions, including water supply, wastewater conveyance, gas distribution, and related infrastructure, while managing stakeholder relationships to resolve issues and achieve deliverables.
- Manage the civil aspects of off-site construction projects in the field: Including quality control, conflict resolution, and coordination of multi-discipline teams with external partners to deliver on-time and within budget.
- Lead permitting processes by interfacing with governing agencies to obtain necessary local, state, and federal approvals for transportation projects and utility interconnections, emphasizing effective communication and negotiation to expedite outcomes.
- Resolve design and construction conflicts in real-time, leveraging external partnerships to integrate off-site infrastructure seamlessly with on-site operations for reliable access and utility supply.
- Conduct impact studies and assessments (e.g., traffic, hydraulics, capacity) to support project advancement, while prioritizing coordination efforts to mitigate risks and drive successful project completion.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
- 5+ years of professional experience in civil engineering, with a focus on off-site or external infrastructure projects, including coordination with agencies and stakeholders.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 8+ years of professional experience in civil engineering, ideally involving off-site developments and external collaborations.
- EIT or Professional Engineering (PE) license in Texas.
- Previous experience with civil design software packages like StormCAD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, WaterCAD, PCSWMM.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D (grading, earthwork volume takeoffs, plan and profile creation, base model setup among other items).
- Knowledge of processes of governing permitting and/or environmental agencies, including DOT standards for transportation and utility interconnections.
- Understanding of other disciplines such as electrical, piping, geotechnical, surveying, and gas distribution.
- Experience with project management of major public construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management, with strong emphasis on external stakeholder engagement.
- Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings, and technical manuals for external infrastructure components.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work at elevated heights, in indoor and outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain, snow).
- Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs. unassisted).
- Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
- Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs.
- Ability to provide on-call support in emergencies.
- Occasional travel may be required based on specific project tasks.
- Ability to work onsite at our Bastrop, TX facility (Remote work not considered).
- Valid driver’s license.
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.
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