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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. STRUCTURAL ENGINEER (STARLINK) As a member of the Project Team, you will work with engineers across multiple disciplines to design and build infrastructure that will enable SpaceX to achieve its long-term mission. This team is responsible for the delivery of large capital projects to various internal customer groups across the company. This position is based out of the Bastrop, TX, Starlink facility. RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate and grow with a multi-discipline infrastructure project team by performing civil/structural-specific engineering, procurement, and construction activities for a variety of critical and fast-paced company projects Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for civil/structural aspects of manufacturing, industrial, and commercial type construction projects Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out Prepare cost estimates, project schedules, and project cost control reports Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time Interact with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project stakeholders BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline 2+ years of professional experience in engineering and/or construction PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 5+ years of civil/structural technical experience with working knowledge in construction 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 Codes (IBC) Experience creating detailed structural drawings/sketches in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, or similar programs General familiarity with civil and site prep construction (earthwork, utilities, etc.) Understanding of other disciplines, such as general civil, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, and surveying Experience reading, reviewing, and approving technical drawings Strong written and verbal communication skills ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work at elevated heights, in indoor and outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain, snow) Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs. unassisted) 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 Ability to provide on-call support in emergencies Occasional travel may be required based on specific project tasks Ability to work onsite at our Bastrop, TX facility (Remote work not considered) Valid driver’s license 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 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 .
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.