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Lead Mechanical Engineer, MEP

SpaceX· Texas - Construction Projects
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McGregor, TXFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Lead mechanical engineer, MEP on SpaceX Texas Construction Projects based in McGregor, TX. Provides technical leadership across design, construction, and activation of critical infrastructure, delivering large capital projects with focus on schedule, performance, and quality. Travel may be required; on-site role with potential future opportunities at other SpaceX facilities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and direction to the project team, consulting engineers, and contractors throughout the full lifecycle of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning for large capital projects
  • Direct the development and issuance of engineering drawings, design documentation, and technical reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial infrastructure projects
  • Lead the preparation, negotiation, and management of construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines, from initial award through final close-out
  • Drive the real-time resolution of complex design and construction conflicts in the field, ensuring minimal impact to schedule and cost
  • Lead coordination efforts with electrical utility providers on design and engineering activities to ensure reliable and resilient power delivery to critical site infrastructure
  • Serve as the primary technical interface with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and key project stakeholders, fostering alignment and driving successful project outcomes

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
  • 2+ years of professional experience with the design or build of MEP building systems
  • 1+ years of leadership experience leading teams, projects, or people

Skills

Nice to have:Electrical and power distribution systems (<600Vac)HVAC operation and design (refrigeration, chillers, boilers, air-handling equipment)Plumbing design and operation (domestic water, wastewater, venting, storm systems)Delta/Wyes transformers, building lighting, construction specifications, facility groundingCritical power infrastructure (UPS, backup generators, ATS)Process/design solutions with minimal business impactTroubleshooting and field supportOn-site problem-solving under high-stress conditionsAutoCAD/RevitIndustry codes (NEC, ASHRAE, NFPA, IBC)
Last updated Aug 5, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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