Senior Structural Engineer, Data Centers

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Direct and execute structural design and analysis for various data center buildings, encompassing hyperscale and colocation facilities.

• Create design documentation for tilt-up concrete panels, precast structures, steel framing systems, and both deep and shallow foundations.

• Collaborate on design deliverables with architectural, civil, MEP, and construction teams.

• Supervise the preparation of construction documents, specifications, and calculations.

• Ensure adherence to quality standards, code compliance, and technical excellence.

• Provide mentorship and technical direction to junior engineers and designers.

• Interact with clients, contractors, and review authorities to resolve technical inquiries and clarify design issues.

• Assist in business development, proposal writing, and conceptual structural design for new projects.

• Travel as necessary for client meetings and site assessments.

• Participate in an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering with at least 8 years of relevant professional experience in building structural design and analysis, or equivalent experience and/or education.

• Licensed U.S. Professional Engineer (PE or SE).

• Experience specifically related to data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large-scale logistics/industrial setups.

• Proficient with BIM ACC (Revit), ETABS, RISA, RAM, SAP2000, Safe, etc.

• Familiarity with precast concrete systems, steel design, seismic design, and foundation systems.

• Proven experience with low embodied carbon materials and sustainable structural design methodologies.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience working with data center facilities.

• Understanding of data center-specific design standards and structural resilience requirements.

• LEED, Envision certification, or active involvement in SE 2050 implementation.

• Expertise in low embodied carbon materials, sustainable structural systems, and emerging industry best practices.

• Strong communication, coordination, and leadership abilities.

• Capacity to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams.

• Ability to interpret and apply national and local building codes.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is currently not available.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Life and AD&D insurance.

• Disability coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Leave of absence options.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development initiatives.

• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.