Civil Engineer, Land Development (Starship Launch Pad)
Core
Design, build, and activate orbital launch pads and ancillary infrastructure for the Starship rocket, focusing on site feasibility, storm water management, grading, drainage, and utility design.
Role type
Senior IC civil engineer (land development)
Builds
Orbital launch pads and supporting infrastructure for Starship
Domain
Aerospace / Civil Engineering / Heavy Infrastructure
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Civil engineering design, storm water management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading, site development, CAD software (Revit, AutoCAD/Civil3D), permit acquisition, construction project management, quality control, conflict resolution
Preferred skills
EIT or PE license, project management of major construction projects, cost control, schedule management, contractor management, understanding of electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying disciplines
Technologies
Revit, AutoCAD, Civil3D
Responsibilities
Own site feasibility and conceptual planning; perform calculations for grading, drainage, and stormwater control; drive coordination for permits; manage civil aspects of construction in the field; interact with contractors and internal clients to develop requirements and estimates; resolve design and construction conflicts in real time
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC