Structural Engineer, Data Centers

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

📋 Description

• Conduct structural design and analysis for various hyperscale and colocation data center buildings.

• 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.

• Generate construction documents, specifications, and calculations.

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

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

• Interact with clients, contractors, and review authorities to address technical inquiries and provide design clarifications.

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

• Travel as necessary for client meetings, site visits, key project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, and other critical business activities.

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

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering with at least 6 years of relevant experience, or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

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

• 5+ years of professional experience in the design and analysis of building structures.

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

• Proficiency in BIM ACC (Revit), ETABS, RISA, RAM, SAP2000, SAFE, and similar software tools.

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

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

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

• Preferred qualifications include LEED, Envision, or active involvement in SE 2050 implementation.

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

• Exceptional communication, coordination, and leadership abilities.

• Capacity to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams.

• Competence in interpreting and applying national and local building codes.

• U.S. Professional Engineer licensure is mandatory.

• Must be able to participate in-person for Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Optional benefits and perks.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• Resources for well-being.

• Employee assistance programs.

• Business travel insurance.

• Awards for service recognition.

• Retirement savings plans.

• Employee stock purchase plans.

• Comprehensive benefits based on employment status.

• Opportunities for training and development.

• Career advancement and leadership development opportunities.