Senior Structural Engineer - Modular Data Centers

About the role

A leading US hyperscale data center developer is hiring a Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural engineering on custom modular systems across a multi-site, multi-state portfolio. This is an owner/developer position covering the full lifecycle, from early-stage design through factory production, delivery and site installation. The role is hybrid and pays $200,000-$250,000 per year plus equity.

Key responsibilities

• Design and engineer structural steel frameworks and modular systems for data centers across the full project lifecycle
• Perform static, dynamic and seismic calculations for modular frames, stacking, lifting and rigging, transport loads and foundation connections using ETABS, RISA, RAM Structural Systems and SolidWorks
• Develop detailed 3D structural models in Revit and AutoCAD 3D and maintain accuracy across design iterations and fabrication releases
• Produce connection designs for module-to-module interfaces, foundation anchorage and field-assembled elements, including weld specifications and tolerances
• Lead design for manufacturability reviews and produce construction drawings, material lists and cutting schedules
• Maintain modular structural basis of design, master specifications and standard details
• Apply and enforce ACI, AISC, AWS D1.1, ASCE 7 and IBC
• Manage external structural consultants and modular fabricators, and lead structural permitting strategy
• Conduct factory audits and site visits, and drive automation of internal engineering processes

Required profile

• Degree in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering; Master's preferred
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience, including significant modular or prefabricated work
• PE license required
• Good to have: hyperscale data center or large-scale industrial modular background, BIM coordination, and experience automating engineering workflows

Required skills

• Static, dynamic and seismic analysis, member sizing, connection design and calculation packages
• Revit, AutoCAD, ETABS, RISA, RAM Structural Systems, SolidWorks
• Knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC and AWS D1.1
• Module transport, lifting and rigging design, and site installation sequencing

What we offer

• $200,000-$250,000 per year, plus equity
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement plan and generous PTO