Piping Technician (Starlink)

SpaceX•Bastrop, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink will provide fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity, including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. We are looking for talented, creative, and driven technicians to drive manufacturing output and yield. You will have ownership of one or more process areas and will have the opportunity to directly impact Starlink’s products. You will have frequent interaction with engineering teams and leadership and will participate in developing and validating new equipment, processes, and technologies. The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, security, and user experience of the products that you will manufacture. As a Piping Technician at Starlink, you will take ownership of state-of-the-art piping systems that support our Starlink User Terminal Production Facility—supporting our PCB operations (largest printed circuit fab in North America!) and our Chip Packaging Plant (featuring a state-of-the-art panel level packaging process). You will install, maintain, and repair all piping systems to ensure reliable water quality and system uptime for our partner teams in a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of hands-on experience as a plumber or pipefitter, or an associate’s degree in a relevant technical field
Must be able to lift up to of 25 lbs. unassisted
Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time
Must be comfortable working in a production environment with extensive use of hazardous chemicals such as acids, alkalis, and solvents
Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for lab and electro-chemical manufacturing environment
Must be comfortable with climbing up and down ladders, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, carrying, crawling, and maneuvering in tight spaces
Must be open to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience installing and maintaining PVC, CPVC, or other plastic piping systems in industrial or manufacturing environments
Stainless steel welding experience (TIG and/or MIG)
Welding certifications (AWS or equivalent)
Experience working in water treatment, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or electronics manufacturing facilities
Strong ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, and schematic diagrams
Experience with mechanical equipment isolation, disassembly, and repair
Experience with lockout/tagout, job hazard analysis, and hot work permitting
Experience handling corrosive or hazardous chemicals around piping systems
Proficiency with basic hand and power tools, as well as pipe threading and fusion equipment
Experience using production and inventory management software such as MES/ERP
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to work closely with other technicians and cross-functional teams
Ability to identify and maintain priorities while working independently in a high-paced, challenging work environment with minimal oversight

Responsibilities

Install, assemble, modify, and maintain PVC piping systems, including solvent welding, threading, and mechanical joining for UPW and wastewater treatment processes
Read and interpret P&IDs, blueprints, isometric drawings, and technical specifications to route and install piping systems
Install, align, and maintain pumps, valves, sensors, tanks, and other process equipment connected to piping systems
Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on piping infrastructure to support system availability greater than 99.9%
Conduct pressure testing, leak checks, and system commissioning on new and existing piping runs
Collaborate with water treatment technicians, manufacturing, EHS, and engineering teams to optimize piping layouts, reduce leaks, and support continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure adherence to OSHA, EPA, and SpaceX safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work permitting, and proper chemical handling around piping systems
Execute startup and shutdown procedures for piping and associated equipment
Identify equipment and process deviations and perform corrective actions
Maintain accurate documentation of piping modifications, as-built drawings, and spare parts inventory
Safely handle and transport piping materials, fittings, and chemicals
Ensure 5S standards are upheld by maintaining a clean and organized work area
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment