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Engineering Manager, Wastewater Treatment & Ultrapure Water (Starlink)

SpaceX’s Starlink program is expanding large-scale manufacturing in Bastrop, TX and needs an Engineering Manager to lead the design, construction, commissioning, and operation of multiple ultrapure water (UPW) and industrial wastewater treatment plants. The role will manage cross-functional engineering teams and external EPC contractors to deliver closed-loop/ZLD treatment systems that support high-volume PCB, solar cell, and semiconductor-related manufacturing while ensuring regulatory compliance and hazardous waste minimization.

Skills

  • Expertise in industrial wastewater and ultrapure water (UPW) system design and operations
  • Hands-on experience with ZLD systems (evaporators, crystallizers)
  • Deep knowledge of membrane technologies (RO, UF, TMF), EDI, IX, and AOP
  • Strong project management and contractor oversight on greenfield builds
  • Familiarity with SCADA/PLC automation and integration
  • Permitting and regulatory compliance expertise (US EPA, NPDES)
  • Budget management for large capital projects and schedule delivery

Responsibilities

  • Lead full lifecycle delivery of UPW and wastewater treatment facilities from concept through commissioning, startup, and operations.
  • Develop and manage design specifications for advanced processes (chemical precipitation, clarification, TMF/UF/RO, EDI, IX, AOP, membrane degasification, solids handling).
  • Design, implement, and operate ZLD systems including advanced RO, evaporation, and crystallization technologies.
  • Oversee and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams (process, civil/structural, mechanical, electrical, controls) and external EPC contractors to meet aggressive schedules and budgets.
  • Grow and manage a high-output multi-disciplinary organization for rapid site build-outs across geographies over time.
  • Implement predictive maintenance, SCADA/PLC automation, and continuous improvement for ongoing operations.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance (EPA, NPDES) and prepare permitting documentation, technical reports, and environmental due diligence.
  • Drive safety-first culture, conduct HAZOPs and risk assessments for hazardous waste handling.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or STEM discipline required
  • Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in chemical, environmental, materials engineering or related field preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan (401k) and other financial benefits
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact space infrastructure and advanced manufacturing projects
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