Facilities Engineer, Mechanical (HVAC) - Memphis

SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.  Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The facilities engineer will be responsible for the design, construction, operations, and maintenance of Critical SpaceXAI facilities and HVAC/mechanical systems. They will participate, coordinate, and execute infrastructure projects as well as oversee ongoing operations and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and utilities. This will involve corrective, preventive and predictive maintenance techniques as well as operational and design feedback for maintaining and improving all systems at SpaceXAI's Memphis, TN, and Southaven, MS sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Coordinate all phases of site development projects including coordination with other groups on site to maximize productivity and organize schedules to fit operations

Contractor management including request for proposal, specification and selection of supplier

Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications

Commission, operate and maintain facilities with mechanical and electrical systems

Verify maintenance is being completed and coordinate all repair, build, and contingency systems efforts for HVAC, high power, cranes, facility systems (e.g. lighting, doors, roof leaks), security systems, and fire protection systems

Develop cost estimates, material requisitions, plans and specifications for multiple small and large multi-discipline projects

Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out

Prepare and coordinate capital expenditure process; including reviews, approvals and execution of site capital projects ensuring technical specifications, budget and deadlines are met.

Communicate and deliver building/maintenance activities and schedule to personnel, subcontractors and material suppliers to effectively and efficiently execute targeted deadlines

Ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified installations.

Respond to facility emergencies and own facility readiness procedures for hurricanes and environmental threats

Work with the Space Force to acquire building permits when appropriate, and ensure all certificates and final inspections have been obtained prior to project close out 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:  

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline

2+ years of professional experience with facilities engineering and/or construction

Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:  

2+ years of experience in facility maintenance (electrical, HVAC, and/or structural) and facility construction (buildings, roads, drainage, foundations, etc.)

Ability to perform and manage technically complex projects using independent judgement and personal initiative

Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals

Experience using precision measuring instruments

Ability to produce drawings for welders and machine shop fabrication in AutoCAD

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment

Experience operating boom lifts, man lifts, fork lifts and cranes

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