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SpaceXAI

Critical Facilities Engineer - Memphis/Southaven

SpaceXAI
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onsite senior full-time Southaven, MS

First indexed 6 Oct 2026

Description

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.

As a Critical Facilities Engineer at SpaceXAI, you'll operate and maintain critical facility systems that power our supercomputing data centers. You'll work hands-on with MEP systems, tackling maintenance, operations, and repairs to ensure peak performance and reliability.

Responsibilities:

  • Independently operate and maintain critical mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems in supercomputing data centers.
  • Perform advanced maintenance and troubleshooting of critical data center systems like HVAC, power, and environmental controls.
  • Oversee the maintenance and optimization of critical data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, and environmental systems.
  • Ensure MEP infrastructure site safety and environmental compliance.
  • Provide operational expertise for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems at the data center facility.
  • Routinely inspect all areas to ensure performance measures are being maintained and proactively self-report problems.
  • Experience with writing and executing MOPs, SOPs, EOPs.
  • Perform daily inspections of critical systems.
  • Identify and maintain spare parts inventory to minimize downtime.
  • Coordinate and supervise scheduled system shutdowns.
  • Develop and implement energy monitoring metrics.
  • Support commissioning efforts by witnessing equipment startup, assisting with functional testing, and monitoring construction progress.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical or 6+ years of hands-on operations/facilities work experience.
  • Knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering principles and systems.
  • Experience and knowledge of all critical systems documentation.
  • Experience and knowledge of Building and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems and Operations.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience with PLC-based control systems and/or with Building Management Systems.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and technical writing skills in English.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to utilize hand tools and power tools as needed.
  • Work is often performed in tight quarters, and physical dexterity is necessary.
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted.
  • Comfortable working at elevated heights with appropriate safety gear.
  • Comfortable working in extreme outdoor environments.
  • Available to work flexible shifts providing 24x7 coverage as needed.
  • Position is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing.
  • Position is subject to pre-employment and annual post-employment background checks.
  • Willing to travel as needed (up to 10%).
  • Valid driver’s license.
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