Structural Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Structural Engineer who will play a pivotal role in ensuring the technical integrity, performance, and consistency of structural systems across our data center platform. This role requires a deep understanding of structural engineering principles and a systems-level mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design Lead and maintain responsibility for structural engineering standards, details, and updates across the platform
• Review and drive updates to the Design Execution Criteria (DEC) for structural systems including compliance with code & customer requirements, innovation, and inclusion of lessons learned
• Ensure quality control of structural design deliverables through the full design phase
• Lead development of standardized and repeatable structural systems aligned with platform objectives
• Integrate structural systems into prefabricated and modular delivery strategies
• Support conceptual design, site evaluations, and real estate acquisition decisions
• Provide technical support for expansions, retrofits, and upgrades
• Oversee Structural design coordination across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with architectural, structural, and MEP systems
• Serve as the technical authority for structural design decisions
• Validate structural readiness for construction, equipment loading, and service
• Lead structural troubleshooting and performance investigations
• Evaluate and approve deviations from standard designs based on client requirements
• Lead technical assessments of potential acquisitions and existing assets
• Forward Vision: Drive transition toward a platform-based, manufactured structural delivery model
• Lead implementation of prefabricated and modular structural systems
• Align structural systems with supply chain and fabrication strategies
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and sustainable practices in Civil engineering
• Lead or support the evaluation and implementation of innovative design and construction methodologies
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to align Civil engineering solutions with evolving technical needs
• Troubleshoot and resolve site performance issues related to structural discipline

Requirements

• Working experience & knowledge of: Project Management Software (MS Projects, Procore, BIM 360/Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar)
• Structural design software including Revit, Bluebeam, Autocad
• Knowledge and experience working with Bluebeam, Autocad, & Revit a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
• PE license required; SE preferred
• 8+ years experience in structural design or project management, with a strong preference for experience in data centers
• Strong understanding of data center design and construction processes
• Advanced experience in Excel and AutoCAD
• Exposure to or interest in leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve design/enginering efficiency, quality, and decision-making across workflows
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• International Experience a plus
• Deep understanding of the Data Center design and construction process
• Ability to multi-task, with strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
• Team Player across the organization
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
• May travel at times up to 25%
• Ability to understand construction project scopes

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of data center design and construction processes
• Ability to multi-task, with strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
• Team Player across the organization
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
• May travel at times up to 25%
• Ability to understand construction project scopes

Skills

• Project Management Software (MS Projects, Procore, BIM 360/Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar)
• Structural design software including Revit, Bluebeam, Autocad
• Knowledge and experience working with Bluebeam, Autocad, & Revit a plus
• Advanced experience in Excel and AutoCAD
• Exposure to or interest in leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve design/enginering efficiency, quality, and decision-making across workflows
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• International Experience a plus
• Deep understanding of the Data Center design and construction process
• Ability to multi-task, with strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
• Team Player across the organization
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
• May travel at times up to 25%
• Ability to understand construction project scopes

Benefits & Perks

Aligned Data Centers offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. Eligible employees have access to:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants. FSA's offered for health and dependent care to increase tax savings
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Company-Sponsored Insurance: Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election)
• Optional Benefits: Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage
• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance program (EAP), Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives