# Senior Structural Engineer, Modular Systems & Skids

**Company:** [Fluidstack](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/fluidstack)
**Location:** Austin, TX, San Francisco, CA, New York, NY
**Role:** Hardware Engineering
**Salary:** $200k – $250k/yr
**Experience:** 10+ years
**Skills:** Revit, Autocad, Etabs, Risa, Ram Structural Systems, Solidworks, Aci, Aisc, Asce 7, Ibc, Aws D1.1, Bim, Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Powerpoint
**Posted:** 2026-05-14

> Leads structural engineering for modular data center systems, from design and calculations using tools like ETABS and Revit, through fabrication, permitting, and installation. Requires 10+ years experience, PE license, and proficiency in structural analysis software.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities

### Design & Standards
- Design and engineer structural steel frameworks and modular systems for data center applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements and industry standards
- Perform static, dynamic, and seismic structural calculations for modular frames, stacking configurations, lifting and rigging conditions, transport load cases, and foundation interface connections using **ETABS**, **RISA**, **RAM Structural Systems**, and **SolidWorks**
- Develop detailed 3D structural models using **Revit** and **AutoCAD 3D**; maintain comprehensive model accuracy across design iterations and fabrication releases
- Produce detailed connection designs for module-to-module interfaces, foundation anchorage, and field-assembled structural elements, with a focus on constructability, weld specifications, and tolerance accommodation
- Lead design for manufacturability reviews, translating engineering intent into factory-executable details with clear fabrication tolerances and assembly sequences
- Produce construction drawings, material lists, and cutting schedules to internal and client specifications; coordinate closely with fabrication and warehousing teams
- Develop and maintain modular structural basis of design, master specifications, and standard details for Fluidstack's campus portfolio
- Apply and enforce **ACI**, **AISC**, **AWS D1.1**, **ASCE 7**, **IBC**, and other industry-relevant design codes and standards
- Participate in BIM coordination meetings; present structural calculation reports and technical documentation
- Manage external structural consultants and modular fabricators; review and redline deliverables
- Field technical inquiries and develop team's technical knowledge base
- Develop and drive automation of internal engineering processes
- Manage concurrent projects and deliverables

### Permitting & Regulatory
- Lead structural permitting strategy across jurisdictions: building permits, factory inspection, special inspections
- Coordinate with state modular program offices, local building departments, third-party inspection agencies
- Manage permit and factory approval schedules
- Monitor regulatory risk and develop mitigation strategies

### Construction & Fabrication Support
- Review fabricator submittals, RFIs, and factory non-conformances
- Conduct factory audits and site visits
- Collaborate with production teams for design optimization
- Manage design changes and change orders
- Coordinate structural closeout, as-builts, and acceptance

## Basic Qualifications
- B.S. in Civil Engineering (Structural emphasis), Structural Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering; M.S. preferred
- 10+ years of structural engineering experience, including significant work on modular, prefabricated, or custom-engineered structural systems and data center or industrial applications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Hands-on experience performing structural analysis and design, including static, dynamic, and seismic calculations, member sizing, connection design
- Proficient in **Revit**, **AutoCAD**, **ETABS**, **RISA**, **RAM Structural Systems**, and **SolidWorks**
- Working knowledge of **IBC**, **ASCE 7**, **ACI 318**, **AISC**, and **AWS D1.1** standards
- Experience working within a BIM environment and participating in BIM coordination workflows
- Familiarity with module transport requirements, lifting and rigging design, and site installation sequencing
- Strong proficiency in **Microsoft Office** (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

## Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in hyperscale data center, large-scale industrial, or mission-critical modular facility development
- Exposure to high-seismic, high-wind, or expansive soil site conditions
- Experience with factory quality management systems and modular third-party certification programs
- Familiarity with tolerance stack-up analysis, connection detailing, and dimensional control programs
- Experience developing or automating internal engineering workflows and design standards
- Owner/developer-side experience
- Familiarity with raised floor systems, equipment pad design, and integrated MEP support structures
- Experience with steel detailing software (similar to **Tekla**)

## Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package (cash + equity)
- Retirement or pension plan
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous PTO policy
- Base salary range: $200,000 - $250,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location
- Total compensation may also include equity in the form of stock options

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