Civil/Structural Engineer
- Level
- Junior
Not stated in the posting: salary, work type, visa.
Open. First seen 4 August 2026.
About the role
SpaceX's standard text
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's standard text
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.
What this role asks for
Particular to this role
AutoCAD · SAP
Rare in SpaceX's other 299 open postings.
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The team: Texas - Construction Projects HIRES STEADILY
This role is one of 34 open in Texas - Construction Projects. 6 were posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in February: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.
WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS
AutoCAD (30 of 34), Modbus (3 of 34), Siemens NX (3 of 34)
OTHER ROLES ON THIS TEAM
- Manager, MEP Engineering posted Oct 16
- Manager, Site Civil Engineering posted Oct 16
- Sr. Civil Engineer, Land Development posted Oct 2
- Sr. Power Systems Engineer posted Sep 22
- Sr. Mechanical Engineer posted Sep 22
- Civil Engineer, Water Resources posted Sep 21
- Electrical Engineer, Power Systems posted Sep 15
- Mechanical Engineer posted Sep 15
- Civil Engineer, Land Development posted Sep 1
- Structural Engineer (Starlink) posted Aug 19
- Power Systems Engineer posted Aug 19
- Fire Protection Engineer posted Aug 19
- Civil Engineer, Land Development (Starlink) posted Aug 19
- Sr. Mechanical Engineer (MEP/Construction) posted Aug 19
- Field Engineer (Site Development) posted Aug 18
- MEP/Construction Engineer posted Aug 17
- Electrical Engineer, Energy Infrastructure & Generation posted Aug 3
- Lead Mechanical Engineer, MEP posted Jul 30
- Architectural Project Manager posted Jul 30
- Lead Power Systems Engineer posted Jul 28
- Mechanical Engineer posted Jul 27
- Electrical Engineer - Energy & Generation posted Jul 24
- MEP Engineer posted Jul 23
- Electrical Engineer (Power Systems) posted Jun 25
- Sr. Electrical Engineer (Power Systems) posted Jun 25
- Facilities Engineer, MEP posted Jun 17
- Production Project Engineer (Starlink) posted Jun 15
- Architectural Project Manager posted Jun 15
- Sr. Civil Engineer, Land Development (Starlink) posted Jun 1
- Facilities Engineer, Mechanical (Starlink) posted May 21
- Sr. Civil Engineer, Offsite Infrastructure (Starlink) posted Apr 7
- Manager, Utilities Engineering and Operations (Starlink) posted Mar 26
- Electrical Engineer, Power Systems (Starlink) posted Feb 24
From the team and dates on SpaceX's own job board.
Other openings for this role
2 postings for this role in McGregor, TX since 7 March 2026, 1 still open. None has been taken down and posted again.
- 4 August 2026 – open (this posting)
- 7 March 2026 – closed 10 August 2026
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