ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate extreme ownership in the construction, activation, and operation of a new commercial ultrapure process water treatment facilityDesign, implement, and productionize mechanical and fluid systems that meet SpaceX and regulatory requirementsInterpret lab analysis, data streams, and operator feedback to effectively maintain safe and effective plant operationsDevelop, implement, maintain, and improve operational procedures, methods, and process equipmentForm strong partnerships with internal and external counterparts, including but not limited to manufacturing operations and engineering, environment health and safety (EHS), facilities construction and maintenance teams, representatives of regulatory bodies, OEM equipment manufactures, and supplier representativesIdentify and champion continuous improvement projectsDevelop project plans, budgets, and cost/benefit analysis for implementation of new processes or machinesMonitor and communicate area status and risksBasic QualificationsBachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or with fluids/mechanical/electromechanical design and analysisPreferred Skills and Experience12+ years hands‑on project experience in wastewater treatmentExperience with process parameters and engineering units for temperature, pressure, flow, and powerAbility to read and understand process PFDs, P&IDs, 2D and 3D CAD drawings, construction drawings, and BOMsExperience with mechanical equipment and systems requiring the isolation of the malfunction, disassembly of industrial machinery, and repair/replacement of bearings, gears, structural componentsExperience with lock out tag out, job hazard analysis, and hot work permittingExperience applying lean manufacturing principlesExperience taking products from research and development into productionAdditional RequirementsAble to work all shifts and available for weekends as neededStanding for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this positionAble to lift up to 25 lbs unassistedAble to work outside with hand toolsAble to stand, climb, walk and work with objects overheadITAR RequirementsTo 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. As a Principal Water Treatment Engineer on the Starlink manufacturing program, you will take ownership for activating, qualifying, optimizing, and ensuring the consistency of operations for an ultrapure process water plant supporting our printed circuit board, silicon packaging, and solar cell manufacturing lines.