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Sr. Reliability Engineer (Critical Infrastructure)

SpaceX is developing advanced technologies to enable human life on Mars and operates high-tech manufacturing facilities. The Sr. Reliability Engineer (Critical Infrastructure) will design, build, commission, and maintain MEP and critical facility systems at the Hawthorne production site, managing capital projects and day-to-day reliability and maintenance activities.

Skills

  • Design and build experience with MEP building systems
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit
  • Strong electrical and power distribution knowledge
  • HVAC system operation and design knowledge (chillers, boilers, air handling, refrigeration)
  • Plumbing systems knowledge (domestic water, wastewater, venting, storm)
  • Experience with UPS, backup generators and automatic transfer switches
  • Familiarity with NEC, ASHRAE, NFPA and IBC codes and standards
  • Project management and contractor coordination
  • Field troubleshooting and technician support
  • Ability to provide 24/7 on-call support and work extended hours when required

Responsibilities

  • Lead internal teams, consultants and contractors through MEP engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and maintenance lifecycles
  • Provide technical engineering guidance to ensure construction and maintenance meet codes and specifications
  • Coordinate and verify corrective, preventive and predictive maintenance for HVAC, electrical, cranes, fire protection, security, lighting and other facility systems
  • Prepare, manage and issue drawings, documentation and project reports for large commercial/industrial projects
  • Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
  • Manage capital expenditure process including reviews, approvals, budgets and execution
  • Coordinate with AHJ for permits, inspections and project closeout
  • Communicate schedules and activities to personnel, subcontractors and suppliers to meet deadlines
  • Ensure reliability and maintainability of new and modified installations
  • Respond to facility emergencies and own readiness procedures for environmental threats
  • Write, negotiate and manage multi-discipline MEP scopes of work

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical or related engineering discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years professional experience designing or building MEP systems

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Eligibility for company stock/stock options and long-term incentives
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (discounted stock purchase)
  • Three weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave per company policy
  • Various employee discounts and perks
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SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is an aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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August 20, 2025
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