Sr. Environmental Engineer, Wetlands & Regulatory Compliance

SpaceX • Brownsville, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer or Consultant with specialized expertise in wetlands delineation, regulatory permitting, and environmental compliance. The role focuses on USACE permitting, Clean Water Act compliance, NEPA documentation, EPA regulations, and project management. The successful candidate will manage complex environmental projects from planning through execution and regulatory approval in a fast-paced environment.

The position is not remote or hybrid and requires relocation if the candidate is not already local to the Starbase, Texas area. It may occasionally require extended hours or weekend work. Travel to locations including Florida, Louisiana, California, and Texas is required, and international travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 5 years of experience in environmental consulting, engineering, or regulatory review.
• Ability to travel to various locations, including Florida, Louisiana, California, and Texas; international travel may be required.
• Ability to work extended hours or weekends occasionally when needed.
• Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 5–8 years of professional experience in wetland or coastal ecology, environmental consulting, or environmental engineering, with a strong focus on permit development and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with Louisiana state agency permitting, including the Joint Permit Application process for work within Louisiana’s Coastal Zone.
• Expertise in wetlands delineation and permitting under the Clean Water Act.
• Experience preparing and acquiring USACE Section 404/10 permits.
• Expertise in NEPA compliance and documentation.
• Knowledge of EPA regulations and state-level environmental programs.
• Ability to prepare and develop coordination efforts pursuant to Section 106 of the NHPA, DOT Section 4(f), and Sections 7 and 10 of the Endangered Species Act.
• Proven project management experience, including managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Professional Wetland Scientist, Professional Engineer (PE) license, Certified Wetland Delineator, or similar license or certification, or willingness to obtain one.
• Strong working knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, and other environmental modeling tools.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory information clearly to clients and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage wetland permitting across multiple sites and Corps Districts in accordance with USACE guidelines and the 1987 Wetlands Delineation Manual.
• Prepare and submit Section 404/10 permits, including Individual Permits, Nationwide Permits, and Regional General Permits, to USACE and state agencies.
• Ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and other relevant EPA and federal and state environmental regulations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, including USACE, EPA, and state environmental departments, and coordinate agency meetings, site visits, and jurisdictional determinations.
• Manage multiple environmental projects, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, client communication, and quality control.
• Provide regulatory guidance to project leads and facilitate internal coordination on new projects.
• Conduct environmental site assessments and impact analyses, and prepare technical reports, permit applications, and compliance documentation.
• Develop and manage NEPA documentation, including Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, and Categorical Exclusions.
• Support business development by assisting with proposals, cost estimates, and client presentations related to wetlands and regulatory services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior