Environmental Engineer

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER

The Environmental Engineer will support the operations and continued expansion of SpaceXs large-scale AI infrastructure and supercomputing facilities in the Memphis area. This role is critical in ensuring environmental compliance while enabling rapid scaling of compute capacity to meet aggressive deployment timelines. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert to mitigate environmental risks optimize resource use (especially water and energy) and maintain full regulatory compliance in a fast-paced high-growth environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop implement and continuously improve environmental programs at SpaceXs Memphis-area facilities.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal state and local regulations established by the EPA TDEC (Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation) Shelby County Health Department and other relevant agencies.
• Track review and interpret new and proposed environmental laws and regulations providing clear guidance to leadership and engineering teams.
• Perform regular environmental audits and inspections to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Manage the hazardous materials and waste management program including recordkeeping tracking software Tier II TRI and other required reporting.
• Maintain site operational compliance plans including Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) industrial wastewater discharge permits and air emissions permits.
• Support planning for facility expansions new equipment installations and modifications to ensure they meet all permitting and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and manage environmental contractors for permitting testing monitoring and reporting. Review and maintain all associated documentation.
• Collaborate closely with engineering construction operations and facilities teams across the site to integrate environmental considerations into design and daily operations.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in environmental engineering environmental science or a related field.
• 2 years of experience in the design development and execution of environmental and regulatory compliance programs (internship and project experience count).

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Environmental Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Experience in dynamic high-growth industrial or data center environments.
• Strong knowledge of Tennessee and federal environmental regulations particularly air permitting (including combustion turbines and stationary sources) water usage and wastewater stormwater management and hazardous waste.
• Experience developing and maintaining air emissions permits including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and Title V or synthetic minor permits.
• Hands-on experience with SWPPPs Best Management Practices (BMPs) industrial wastewater permitting and SPCC plans.
• Proficiency handling technical data emissions calculations and regulatory interpretation to deliver practical actionable solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a high-pressure fast-moving environment while driving continuous improvement.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This is an on-site position based in Memphis TN. Relocation support is available for candidates not already local.
• Position may occasionally require extended hours or weekend work during critical project phases or audits.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required background checks or site access credentials.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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