Facilities Mechanical HVAC Engineer

SpaceX

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$100,000–$117,500 / yr
Posted
77 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

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This role $109k
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This role pays less than 91% of similar roles. Most pay $135,000–$187,312 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $109k versus about $161k for comparable roles.

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About SpaceX

SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

SpaceX currently has 680 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Facilities Mechanical HVAC Engineer

Facilities Mechanical HVAC Engineer (Starlink) joins the Starlink Production team to ensure the safety, integrity, and efficiency of site-wide mechanical systems. This role involves troubleshooting, evaluating, and improving various systems while designing upgrades for new assembly lines and processes. Key responsibilities include designing HVAC systems for offices, data centers, cleanrooms, and production areas in compliance with ANSI/ASHRAE Standards 55, 62.1, and 90.1. The engineer will manage equipment startups, commissioning, and system integration while performing load calculations and developing mechanical designs using AutoCAD or Revit. Day-to-day tasks involve interpreting blueprints, investigating equipment failures, preparing cost estimates, and establishing preventive maintenance programs. The role requires applying principles of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer to design piping and ductwork for critical production facilities. Candidates must possess experience with chillers, pumps, boilers, and building automation systems.

What you'll do

  • Design HVAC systems including chillers, pumps, boilers, and VRF systems for data centers and cleanrooms.
  • Ensure all HVAC designs comply with ANSI/ASHRAE Standards 55, 62.1, and 90.1.
  • Create mechanical and controls designs using CAD software and drafting tools.
  • Lead equipment startups, commissioning, and system integration activities.
  • Oversee the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of site-wide HVAC systems.
  • Investigate equipment failures to diagnose root causes and provide recommendations for repairs.
  • Prepare cost estimates, bids, and contract documents for engineering and construction projects.
  • Establish and maintain preventive maintenance programs and safety procedures for all HVAC equipment.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or another engineering discipline.
  • 2+ years of professional experience in HVAC system design, operations, maintenance, and controls.
  • Experience designing and maintaining HVAC systems for cleanrooms and critical production facilities.
  • Proficiency in performing HVAC load calculations.
  • Hands-on experience with the full lifecycle of HVAC components including chillers, pumps, boilers, and building automation systems.
  • Intermediate proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software.
  • Ability to perform physical labor in various environments, lift up to 25 lbs, and possess a valid driver's license.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee to meet ITAR export control requirements.

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