SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. Backed by Kleiner Perkins, a16z and Founders Fund.
About the role
The Manager of Power Generation will lead the engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance of on-site power generation systems at the Bastrop manufacturing site. The position ensures uninterrupted, reliable power delivery to support 24/7 mission-critical manufacturing operations in a highly dynamic environment. This position is based in Bastrop, Texas (Austin Area). Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or other engineering discipline
- 8+ years of progressive experience in power generation engineering, operations, or construction within large industrial or utility facilities
- 4+ years of direct people leadership experience managing engineers, operators, and technicians in 24/7 operational environments
- Ability to work at elevated heights, outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain, snow)
- 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
More about this role
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.
MANAGER, POWER GENERATION
The Manager of Power Generation will lead the engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance of on-site power generation systems at the Bastrop manufacturing site. The position ensures uninterrupted, reliable power delivery to support 24/7 mission-critical manufacturing operations in a highly dynamic environment. This position is based in Bastrop, Texas (Austin Area).
- Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, operators, technicians, and maintenance personnel responsible for the reliable operation of sitewide power generation infrastructure.
- Own end-to-end performance of power generation systems, including:
- Gas-fired turbines (simple-cycle and/or combined-cycle; aeroderivative or industrial frame), generators, and balance-of-plant.
- Natural gas fuel systems (supply, metering, conditioning, and safety systems).
- Electrical interconnection (high-voltage...
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