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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Safety Engineer - **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp. - **Location:** Memphis, TN, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Applicant Tracking Systems, Systems Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Computer Programming, Data Centers, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Uptime, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Systems Architecture, Scripting, Ansys - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gllmvo ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial/systems engineering, chemical engineering, fire protection engineering, or related field PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: + Experience with programming PLCs, IoT device administration, and scripting/coding for automation or data analysis + Proficiency with PFMEA, root cause analysis, statistical process control, and structured problem-solving methodologies + Experience with CAE / CFD tools (Ansys) + CSP (Certified Safety Professional) + PE (Professional Engineer) license + CEM (Certified Energy Manager) or data-center-specific credentials + NFPA-related certifications + Hands-on experience in data centers, critical facilities, or mission-critical environments + Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, enthusiasm for the mission of enabling multi-planetary life ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: + This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Memphis, TN area + Position occasionally requires the ability to travel and support other critical computing infrastructure, + 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. Learn more about the ITAR here (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc\_kb\_article\_page&sys\_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) . ## Description The Environmental Health and Safety team is seeking highly driven engineers to establish both human and system safety controls throughout the expansion of SpaceX's large-scale AI infrastructure and supercomputing facilities in the Memphis area. This role is critical in ensuring high-density critical infrastructure meets rigorous control reliability requirements enabling the safe rapid scaling of compute capacity to meet aggressive deployment timelines. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of electrical system architecture, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and energy storage system architecture., + Oversee electrical safety programs including arc-flash analysis, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and safe work practices on UPS, PDUs, switchgear, and generators + Conduct regular risk assessments of power systems, cooling infrastructure, fire/smoke, energy storage, and human factors + Perform Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), HAZOP studies, and other structured risk assessments for critical systems + Ensure proper grounding, bonding, and power quality monitoring/telemetry to prevent equipment damage and personnel injury + Validate automatic transfer switch (ATS) and generator failover procedures from a safety perspective + Monitor and mitigate risks related to cooling failures, hot spots, thermal runaway, and extreme temperature/humidity conditions + Establish safe operating limits and emergency response procedures for CRAC/CRAH, chillers, energy storage systems, and liquid cooling systems + Develop, maintain, and regularly drill emergency response plans for power loss, cooling failure, fire, water events, and other critical incidents + Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (NFPA, OSHA, IEC, local building/fire codes, Uptime Institute guidelines, ISO 45001, etc.) + Oversee electrical safety programs including arc-flash analysis, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and safe work practices on UPS, PDUs, switchgear, and generators + Conduct regular risk assessments of power systems, cooling infrastructure, fire/smoke, and human factors + Ensure proper grounding, bonding, and power quality monitoring/telemetry to prevent equipment damage and personnel injury + Validate automatic transfer switch (ATS) and generator failover procedures from a safety perspective + Monitor and mitigate risks related to cooling failures, hot spots, thermal runaway and extreme temperature/humidity conditions + Establish safe operating limits and emergency response procedures for CRAC/CRAH, chillers, energy storage and liquid cooling systems + Develop, maintain, and regularly drill emergency response plans for power loss, cooling failure, fire, water events, and other critical incidents ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [JavaScript? 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