Data Center Structural Engineer

About the role

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Austin, TX, supporting structural engineering activities across a large-scale, multi-site data center development portfolio from early-stage planning through construction completion.

The ideal candidate has experience with steel and concrete structural systems, mission-critical facility design, and large-scale industrial or hyperscale data center projects.

Responsibilities

• Support structural engineering activities across multiple data center development projects from planning through construction
• Coordinate structural design efforts with geotechnical, civil, architectural, and MEP engineering teams
• Review and support development of structural systems including steel, concrete, foundations, and building envelope components
• Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to maintain alignment on structural requirements and project execution
• Assist with structural analysis, design coordination, permitting support, and construction administration activities
• Review drawings, calculations, specifications, and engineering deliverables for compliance with project requirements and applicable codes
• Support evaluation of site conditions, constructability considerations, and foundation design requirements
• Coordinate structural requirements for mission-critical infrastructure systems including equipment pads, raised floor systems, and MEP support structures
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and project meetings to support construction progress and issue resolution
• Contribute to continuous improvement of structural engineering standards and best practices across the development portfolio

Requirements

• 4+ years of structural engineering experience, including experience supporting data center or mission-critical development projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus
• Experience designing steel and concrete structural systems for mission-critical facilities
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuit of licensure with expected completion within 6 months
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, ETABS, RISA, and RAM Structural Systems
• Working knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, and AISC standards
• Ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams
• Willingness to travel to project sites across the United States (approximately 20–30%)

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred
• Experience with hyperscale data centers, industrial facilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects preferred
• Familiarity with FM Global standards and equipment anchorage requirements preferred
• Experience with PEMB structures and tilt-up concrete construction preferred
• Knowledge of raised floor systems, equipment pad design, and overhead MEP support structures preferred

Benefits

• Medical Coverage: Two United Healthcare plans (PPO and HDHP with HSA), with employer contributions toward premiums; coverage begins the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
• Dental & Vision: United Healthcare dental with 100% preventive care coverage and vision benefits for exams, frames, lenses, or contacts
• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling plus additional wellness and care navigation resources
• Retirement & Savings: 401(k) eligible after 30 days with automatic 6% enrollment (opt-out available), 1% annual increases up to 10%, plus HSA with up to $480 employer contribution
• Voluntary Benefits: Employee-paid accident insurance and critical illness coverage for major health events

Pay

The pay for this position ranges from approximately $72.12/hr – $96.15/hr based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.