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.

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

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

• Offer mentorship and technical direction to 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 ventures.

• Travel occasionally for client meetings, site visits, project milestones, and on-site collaboration.

• Collaborate with global AECOM teams on prestigious, fast-paced data center projects.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• Must hold a licensed U.S. Professional Engineer (PE or SE).

• Proven experience in building structures design and analysis.

• Familiarity with data centers, mission-critical, or large-scale logistics/industrial facilities.

• Proficient 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 methodologies.

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

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

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

• Strong communication, coordination, and leadership capabilities.

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

• Must be able to interpret and apply national and local building codes.

• Eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

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

• Relocation assistance is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical benefits

• Dental benefits

• Vision benefits

• Life insurance

• AD&D benefits

• Disability benefits

• Paid time off

• Leaves of absence

• Voluntary benefits

• Perks

• Flexible work options

• Well-being resources

• Employee assistance program

• Business travel insurance

• Service recognition awards

• Retirement savings plan

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Remote work schedule

• Award-winning training and development programs

• Resources to enhance technical expertise and leadership skills