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SpaceXAI

Manager, Engineering (Power Generation & Utilities) - Memphis

SpaceXAI
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onsite senior full-time Southaven, MS

First indexed 22 Sept 2026

Description

SpaceXAI is seeking a Manager of Engineering to lead automation, controls, and electrical systems at its power generation facility in Southaven. The facility is critical infrastructure for SpaceX's AI supercomputers, requiring high-reliability power and utilities.

As a Manager, you will own the design, build-out, commissioning, and continuous improvement of automation, controls, and electrical systems. You will lead a team of engineers in a high-reliability, fast-paced environment, reviewing P&IDs, challenging control philosophies, and diving into DCS/PLC architecture.

Responsibilities:

  • Own automation, controls, and electrical scope for power generation assets and plant electrical systems
  • Lead controls scope for mechanical and electrical balance-of-plant and supporting utilities
  • Build, mentor, and manage a team of automation and controls engineers and technicians
  • Review and approve control philosophy documents, I/O lists, and control narratives
  • Interface with internal engineering, construction, OEMs, and contractors
  • Own field commissioning for automation, controls, and electrical systems

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in automation and controls engineering
  • 3+ years of experience directly managing or leading a team of engineers

Preferred Skills and Experiences:

  • Hands-on experience with DCS, PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms
  • Direct experience with gas turbine or combined-cycle plant controls
  • Working knowledge of utility-scale and low-voltage electrical power systems
  • Experience designing or reviewing industrial control panels and electrical schematics

Additional Requirements:

  • Willingness to perform hands-on work in various environments
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Must be able to work on-site at the Southaven power generation facility
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