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Mechanical Facilities Engineer (Starlink)

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Bastrop, TX · 3+ years experience · Posted Sep 22, 2026

At a glance

Experience
3+ years experience
Location
Bastrop, TX

About the role

  • As a Mechanical Engineer at the Starlink Production facility, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, integrity, and efficiency of mechanical systems.
  • You will be responsible for troubleshooting, evaluating, and improving various mechanical systems site-wide, including HVAC, plumbing, and building structures and systems.
  • This position is based in Bastrop, Texas.

Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering support for the design, operation, improvement, and troubleshooting of all facility mechanical components and systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and building structures and systems
  • Coordinate downtime activities between maintenance, construction, and production teams to minimize disruptions
  • Drive mechanical system improvement projects using design change requests and advanced detection methods
  • Troubleshoot mechanical system problems, formulate maintenance protocols, service schedules, and coordinate material procurement for machinery upkeep
  • Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
  • Collaborate within interdisciplinary teams to design, optimize, and maintain mechanical systems
  • Provide mechanical engineering support to facility technicians to troubleshoot existing electrical equipment and controllers
  • Oversee equipment installation, operation, and maintenance to meet specified parameters

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering discipline
  • 3+ years of professional experience in design and maintenance of industrial HVAC/plumbing systems
  • Physical ability to perform hands-on work in various environments, including heat, cold, rain, and tight quarters
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Ability to travel occasionally as required by project needs
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Must 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

Preferred qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional experience in designing and maintaining industrial HVAC, plumbing, mechanical systems
  • Proven track record in clean-room design and maintenance
  • Proficiency in implementing maintenance solutions with minimal operational impact
  • Demonstrated ability to assist technicians with troubleshooting and repair efforts effectively
  • Capacity to thrive in high-concentration, high-stress environments, with flexibility to work extended hours as required
  • Attentive to detail and proactive in executing preventive maintenance initiatives
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD/Revit software applications at a beginner to intermediate skill level
  • Knowledgeable about relevant industry codes and standards, such as ASHRAE, NFPA, and International Building Code

Workplace

  • Position is based in Bastrop, Texas (Greater Austin, TX Area)
  • Requires ability to travel occasionally as required by project needs

Skills

  • HVAC
  • Plumbing
  • AutoCAD
  • Revit
  • ASHRAE
  • NFPA
  • International Building Code
  • HEPA Filtration Systems
  • Schneider Building Management Systems

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