Principal Structural Engineer

Position Overview

The Principal Structural Engineer will lead the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge, efficient, scalable, and sustainable data centers. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure best-in-class systems that support massive cloud operations across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Create building and site structural drawings
• Review due diligence and drive responsibility according to project requirements
• Lead the design and development of structural design for large-scale data centers
• Provide structural engineering design oversight throughout the project lifecycle
• Create and track metrics related to cost and quality
• Drive sustainability initiatives
• Manage large-scale, multi-site projects across global regions, ensuring the on-time delivery of structural engineering
• Collaborate with architecture, civil, electrical, mechanical, structural engineering, network, controls, and operations teams to integrate structural design with other data center components
• Work closely with vendors and contractors to ensure all structural engineering systems meet quality, safety, and operational standards, as well as company specifications
• Act as the main point of contact for all structural systems-related decisions and collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders
• Ensure all designs and systems comply with local, state, and federal regulations, building codes, and environmental requirements
• Develop and refine design standards and guidelines to ensure consistency across all data centers

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or a related field (master’s or Ph.D. preferred)
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in Structural Engineering, with at least 8 years focused on data center design and operations
• Software: Extensive experience with software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla, etc.
• Sustainability: Expertise in sustainability, energy efficiency, and cost-saving measures related to data centers
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, able to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable strategies for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to influence and manage key stakeholders across engineering, product, and operations teams
• Analytical Skills: Demonstrated success in analyzing program data, defining KPIs, and reporting on success metrics

Preferred Qualifications

• Licenses: Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience: Working in global data center projects, navigating region-specific regulations and environmental conditions
• Hyperscaler: Familiarity with AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, and Meta cloud providers' data center requirements
• Cloud Certifications: Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Fundamentals, etc.)
• Global Experience: Experience leading product launches in global markets, including knowledge of international land, energy and/or data center regulations and compliance
• Technical Background: A strong technical understanding of cloud services, networking, and software development lifecycles

Key Competencies

• Integrity and Ethical Standards: Build trust, ensure fairness, and foster long-term, transparent relationships with suppliers
• Effective Communication: The ability to clearly convey expectations and requirements to suppliers and negotiation parties, while understanding their needs and concerns. Comfortable delivering written and verbal presentations to internal leadership teams
• Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Ability to understand the emotions, cultural nuances, and motivations of others, while effectively managing one's own emotions during high-pressure negotiations
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think big picture while also managing granular details
• Adaptability: Proven track record of managing change and ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
• Leadership: Ability to manage cross-functional teams and external vendors
• Experience with complex, multi-site projects: Manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and deliver exceptional results
• Excellent communication and presentation skills: Capable of interfacing with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders
• Creative problem-solving: Ability to troubleshoot and optimize system performance effectively

Working Conditions

• This role requires occasional travel to data center sites across multiple regions (up to 25% travel)
• Ability to work in both office environments and active construction sites, adhering to all safety protocols

Expected Salary Range

$160,000 - $200,000 Salary + Discretionary Bonus

Location

Denver, CO, with consideration for candidates in Seattle, WA

Fleet Data Centers Employment

Fleet Data Centers employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.

Note

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the organization's ongoing needs.