Senior Structural Engineer, Data Centers

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

📋 Description

• Lead and conduct structural design and analysis for various hyperscale and colocation data center facilities.

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

• Coordinate design outputs with architectural, civil, MEP, and construction teams.

• Supervise construction documents, specifications, and calculations to ensure quality, code compliance, and technical excellence.

• Mentor junior engineers and designers.

• Interact with clients, contractors, and review authorities regarding technical inquiries and design clarifications.

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

• Travel as necessary for client meetings, site visits, and other project-related activities.

• Collaborate with global AECOM teams on high-profile data center initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering with at least 8 years of relevant professional experience, or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

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

• Experience in the design and analysis of building structures.

• Specific experience in data center, mission critical, or large-scale logistics/industrial facilities.

• Proficiency with BIM ACC (Revit), ETABS, RISA, RAM, SAP2000, and SAFE.

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

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

• Preferred: 3+ years of experience with data center facilities and familiarity with data center-specific design standards and structural resiliency requirements.

• Preferred: LEED, Envision, or active leadership in SE 2050 implementation.

• Expertise in sustainable structural systems and emerging industry best practices.

• Strong communication, coordination, and leadership abilities.

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

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

• Must be eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absences.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work options.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development programs.

• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development.