Environmental Regulatory Engineer
About the position
SpaceX is seeking an Environmental Regulatory Engineer to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and operational requirements at our Boca Chica facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and tracking measures from existing and future site operational regulatory requirements, including Special Conservation Measures (SCMs) and Terms and Conditions (T&C) from the USFWS Biological Opinion. This role involves overseeing the SCM and T&C program, maintaining compliance with the Section 106 Programmatic Agreement, and managing site operational compliance plans such as the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan. In addition to compliance management, the Environmental Regulatory Engineer will identify the need for permits or consultations required by federal, state, and county regulations for operations at Starbase. This includes conducting surveys or assessments for development or operations, coordinating with contractors for necessary surveys, and drafting permits in consultation with internal stakeholders. The engineer will also assist the Environmental Health and Safety team with site operational compliance and develop positive relationships with federal, state, and county officials, as well as engineering teams across the site. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least 3 years of professional experience in environmental science disciplines. Preferred qualifications include an engineering degree, experience with NEPA documentation, and familiarity with various environmental agencies and regulations. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a high-pressure environment are essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities
Ensure measures from existing and future site operational regulatory requirements are fully implemented, tracked and reported
,
Implement project Special Conservation Measures (SCMs) and Terms and Conditions (T&C) from USFWS Biological Opinion
,
Oversee SCM and T&C program including, implementing, tracking and reporting measures as well as overseeing required biological monitoring work
,
Maintain compliance with Section 106 Programmatic Agreement
,
Maintain site operational compliance plans including Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan
,
Identify and determine the need for permits or consultations required by federal, state, and county for operations at Starbase
,
Identify the need for surveys or assessments required for development or operations including delineating wetlands, identifying cultural resources and potential wildlife habitat
,
Coordinate and manage contractors for surveys. Review and maintain reports and other relevant records from such surveys
,
Draft permits in consultation with internal stakeholders, consult and file permits with federal, state, and county, and maintain relevant records
,
Develop and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations
,
Assist the Environmental Health and Safety team with site operational compliance as needed
,
Develop and maintain positive relationships with federal, state, and county officials
,
Develop and maintain positive and close working relationships with engineering teams across the site
Requirements
Bachelor's degree
,
3+ years of professional experience in the design, development, and/or general operational oversight of environmental science disciplines
Nice-to-haves
Engineering degree
,
Demonstrated experience in National Environmental Policy Act documentation (NEPA)
,
Experience with section 404 permitting, and Endangered Species Act compliance experience
,
Experience with following agencies: EPA, CERCLA, RCRA, DOT, TCEQ, TRRC, RWQCB, USACE, NPS, USACE, USFWS
,
Strong written and verbal communication skills
,
Understanding of project plans, specifications, and construction workflow
,
Able to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with other engineers, managers, federal, state and county agencies
,
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
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
,
401(k) retirement plan
,
Short & long-term disability insurance
,
Life insurance
,
Paid parental leave
,
Various discounts and perks
,
3 weeks of paid vacation
,
10 or more paid holidays per year
,
5 days of sick leave per year
,
Long-term incentives in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
,
Potential discretionary bonuses
,
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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SpaceX is seeking an Environmental Regulatory Engineer to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and operational requirements at our Boca Chica facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and tracking measures from existing and future site operational regulatory requirements, including Special Conservation Measures (SCMs) and Terms and Conditions (T&C) from the USFWS Biological Opinion. This role involves overseeing the SCM and T&C program, maintaining compliance with the Section 106 Programmatic Agreement, and managing site operational compliance plans such as the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan. In addition to compliance management, the Environmental Regulatory Engineer will identify the need for permits or consultations required by federal, state, and county regulations for operations at Starbase. This includes conducting surveys or assessments for development or operations, coordinating with contractors for necessary surveys, and drafting permits in consultation with internal stakeholders. The engineer will also assist the Environmental Health and Safety team with site operational compliance and develop positive relationships with federal, state, and county officials, as well as engineering teams across the site. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least 3 years of professional experience in environmental science disciplines. Preferred qualifications include an engineering degree, experience with NEPA documentation, and familiarity with various environmental agencies and regulations. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a high-pressure environment are essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities
Ensure measures from existing and future site operational regulatory requirements are fully implemented, tracked and reported
,
Implement project Special Conservation Measures (SCMs) and Terms and Conditions (T&C) from USFWS Biological Opinion
,
Oversee SCM and T&C program including, implementing, tracking and reporting measures as well as overseeing required biological monitoring work
,
Maintain compliance with Section 106 Programmatic Agreement
,
Maintain site operational compliance plans including Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan
,
Identify and determine the need for permits or consultations required by federal, state, and county for operations at Starbase
,
Identify the need for surveys or assessments required for development or operations including delineating wetlands, identifying cultural resources and potential wildlife habitat
,
Coordinate and manage contractors for surveys. Review and maintain reports and other relevant records from such surveys
,
Draft permits in consultation with internal stakeholders, consult and file permits with federal, state, and county, and maintain relevant records
,
Develop and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations
,
Assist the Environmental Health and Safety team with site operational compliance as needed
,
Develop and maintain positive relationships with federal, state, and county officials
,
Develop and maintain positive and close working relationships with engineering teams across the site
Requirements
Bachelor's degree
,
3+ years of professional experience in the design, development, and/or general operational oversight of environmental science disciplines
Nice-to-haves
Engineering degree
,
Demonstrated experience in National Environmental Policy Act documentation (NEPA)
,
Experience with section 404 permitting, and Endangered Species Act compliance experience
,
Experience with following agencies: EPA, CERCLA, RCRA, DOT, TCEQ, TRRC, RWQCB, USACE, NPS, USACE, USFWS
,
Strong written and verbal communication skills
,
Understanding of project plans, specifications, and construction workflow
,
Able to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with other engineers, managers, federal, state and county agencies
,
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
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
,
401(k) retirement plan
,
Short & long-term disability insurance
,
Life insurance
,
Paid parental leave
,
Various discounts and perks
,
3 weeks of paid vacation
,
10 or more paid holidays per year
,
5 days of sick leave per year
,
Long-term incentives in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
,
Potential discretionary bonuses
,
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Apply Now