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Future Ventures lists this Principal Environmental Engineer opportunity in bastrop, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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.
PRINCIPAL ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and execute site‑specific air permitting strategies at SpaceX sites
Assist in planning for changes in physical facilities or new construction, reviewing new or modified equipment and new programs to meet regulatory and permitting requirements
Serve as a subject matter expert on the Clean Air Act and applicable federal and state air regulations; interpret and apply requirements across jurisdictions
Track, review, and interpret new and proposed federal and state air regulations (including Clean Air Act amendments, NSPS, NESHAP, and state implementation plans) and provide timely guidance to engineering and leadership teams
Conduct internal air compliance audits and support external regulatory inspections across multiple sites to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
Coordinate and manage contractors for permitting and environmental testing. Review and maintain reports and other relevant records from assessments and permitting activities
Develop and maintain positive relationships with federal, state, and county regulators
Develop and maintain positive and close working relationships with engineering teams and leadership across sites
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree
12+ years of experience in the design, development, and general operational oversight of EHS disciplines
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in environmental management or engineering with an emphasis in environmental engineering
Demonstrated expertise in federal air regulations, including the Clean Air Act, NSPS (particularly Subpart KKKKa), Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD), and Title V operating permits
Track record of successful permitting execution at complex sites and maintaining positive relationships with regulatory agencies including but not limited to TCEQ
Experience in the environmental field with 5+ years of environmental and regulatory compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience handling highly technical data and technical data interpretation
Track record of successful analysis, interpretation, and application of rules and regulations toward practical solutions
Experience developing and implementing air compliance programs across multiple facilities or states
Experience with emissions calculations, air dispersion modeling, and compliance strategies for complex industrial sources
Able to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with other engineers, managers, federal, state and county agencies. Ability to handle many projects at once, prioritize work, and work efficiently
Highly self‑motivated and able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high‑pressure environment with ongoing drive for continuous improvement in all aspects of work
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation to a Texas SpaceX facility if not already local to Texas
Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed
Periodic travel to other sites may be required
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.
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.
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Worksite address
bastrop, TX, 78602, US
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