Facilities Engineer - Memphis
xAI· Data Center
Hybrid (Memphis, TN / Southaven, MS)full-timePosted 1mo ago
About the role
Facilities engineer responsible for design, construction, operations and maintenance of SpaceXSI facilities and systems across Memphis, TN and Southaven, MS sites, overseeing infrastructure projects and ongoing facilities, equipment, and utilities maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate all phases of site development projects including coordination with other groups on site to maximize productivity and organize schedules to fit operations
- Contractor management including request for proposal, specification and selection of supplier
- Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications
- Commission, operate and maintain facilities with mechanical and electrical systems
- Verify maintenance is being completed and coordinate all repair, build, and contingency systems efforts for HVAC, high power, cranes, facility systems (e.g. lighting, doors, roof leaks), security systems, and fire protection systems
- Develop cost estimates, material requisitions, plans and specifications for multiple small and large multi-discipline projects
- Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
- Prepare and coordinate capital expenditure process; including reviews, approvals and execution of site capital projects ensuring technical specifications, budget and deadlines are met
- Communicate and deliver building/maintenance activities and schedule to personnel, subcontractors and material suppliers to effectively and efficiently execute targeted deadlines
- Ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified installations
- Respond to facility emergencies and own facility readiness procedures for hurricanes and environmental threats
- Work with the Space Force to acquire building permits when appropriate, and ensure all certificates and final inspections have been obtained prior to project close out
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
- 2+ years of professional experience with facilities engineering and/or construction
- Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software
Skills
Required:Facility coordinationContract managementTechnical engineering support
Nice to have:HVAC systems knowledge
Benefits
- SpaceX employs a comprehensive benefits program (not listed in detail in the description)
Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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