Sr. Transmission & Generation Planning Engineer (PE)
Core
Licensed Professional Engineer owning utility-scale power projects (transmission lines, substations, generation facilities) at SpaceX Starbase, ensuring designs are constructible, compliant, and ready for construction.
Role type
Senior IC Professional Engineer (PE)
Builds
Utility-scale electrical transmission and generation infrastructure
Domain
Electrical engineering, power systems, EPC construction
Required skills
Professional Engineer (PE) license, large EPC project leadership, high-voltage transmission design, utility-scale generation design, grid interconnection, design review and standards development, construction phase technical interface, ERCOT/MISO interconnection processes, protection and controls, substation design
Preferred skills
Multi-mile transmission experience, Texas/Louisiana coastal design conditions, AutoCAD/PLS-CADD/ETAP/SKM proficiency, manager-level experience at engineering/EPC firms
Technologies
AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, ETAP, SKM, ASPEN
Responsibilities
Review and certify transmission and generation design packages for constructibility and compliance; Direct large EPC efforts from concept through commissioning; Develop standardized design criteria and review checklists; Provide technical readiness assessments and surface schedule risks; Manage construction-phase technical issues and RFIs; Interface with electric utilities and authorities on permitting and interconnection; Mentor engineers and hold consultants to technical standards
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management-level experience
