# Data Center Structural Engineer
**Company:** [Fluidstack](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/fluidstack)
**Location:** Austin, TX, San Francisco, CA, Seattle, WA, New York, NY
**Salary:** $150K-$200K
**Experience:** 4+ years
**Skills:** Revit, Autocad, Etabs, Risa, Ram Structural Systems, Aci 318, Aisc, Asce 7, Ibc, Fm Global
**Posted:** 2026-04-21
> Supports structural engineering for data center campuses from site evaluation through construction, coordinating with teams on designs using steel, concrete, and foundations. Requires BS in Civil Engineering, 4+ years experience, PE license, and proficiency in Revit, ETABS, and structural analysis tools.
## Job Description
## 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
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