Data Center Structural Engineer

Responsibilities

Site Evaluation & Due Diligence

• Support structural due diligence for greenfield and conversion sites: foundation conditions, existing structure assessments, and geotechnical constraints
• Review geotechnical reports and assist in assigning structural design actions based on soil bearing capacities, settlement risk, and seismic classifications
• Assist in identifying structural cost risks during site selection, including retrofit complexity for conversion facilities
• Evaluate site suitability for large-scale structural systems, heavy equipment loads, and critical infrastructure requirements

Design & Standards

• Apply and enforce structural basis of design, master specifications, and standard details for Fluidstack's campus portfolio
• Support coordination with external structural consultants from schematic through IFC; review deliverables and flag quality issues against established standards
• Apply knowledge of ACI, AISC, ASCE 7, and other industry-relevant design codes and standards across all project phases
• Assist in developing foundation strategies, structural systems selection, and phased delivery sequencing for large-scale campus developments
• Coordinate structural scope with civil, MEP, and architectural design teams, supporting alignment on load paths, equipment pads, rooftop mechanical supports, and utility penetrations
• Contribute to structural systems design including steel framing, concrete foundations, tilt-up construction, and pre-engineered metal buildings

Permitting & Regulatory

• Support structural permitting across jurisdictions: building permits, special inspections, and structural observation requirements
• Assist in coordinating with local building departments, peer reviewers, and third-party inspectors
• Track permit schedules as part of the overall project critical path
• Flag regulatory risk including seismic design categories, wind exposure, snow loading, and jurisdictional code amendments

Construction Support

• Review contractor submittals, RFIs, and field conditions for structural scope
• Conduct periodic site visits and document structural construction quality and code compliance
• Support management of design changes and change order scope for structural work
• Assist with structural closeout, as-builts, and acceptance coordination with local authorities and special inspection agencies

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (Structural focus)
• 4+ years of structural engineering experience, including work on data center development projects
• Experience in mission-critical building design (steel and concrete structures)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or active pursuit with expected licensure within 6 months
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, ETABS, RISA, and RAM Structural Systems
• Working knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, and AISC standards
• Willingness to travel to project sites across the US (estimated 20-30%)

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. in Civil Engineering (Structural focus)
• Experience in hyperscale data center, large-scale industrial, or mission-critical facility development
• Familiarity with FM Global structural and equipment anchorage requirements
• Experience with pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB) and tilt-up concrete construction
• Owner/developer-side experience (vs. pure consultant or EPC)
• Familiarity with raised floor systems, equipment pad design, and overhead MEP support structures common to data center environments

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package (salary + equity)
• Retirement or pension plan, in line with local norms
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO policy, in line with local norms
• Salary range: $150,000 - $200,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location
• Total compensation may also include equity in the form of stock options