Senior Structural Engineer, Data Center; Remote

• Full-time
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
• Work Location Model:
  Hybrid
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US - Arlington, VA - 3101 Wilson Blv
• Compensation: USD 175,000 - USD 210,000 - yearly

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About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with experience in hyperscale and colocation data center facility design to join our growing Data Center practice. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in large scale concrete and steel structures, a proven track record delivering fast paced technology / industrial projects, and a passion for advancing low carbon and resilient design strategies.

This individual will lead structural design efforts from concept through construction, coordinate across disciplines, and support clients in the development of next generation data center facilities.

Lead and perform structural design and analysis for multiple data center buildings, including hyperscale and colocation type facilities.

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

Coordinate design deliverables with architectural, civil, MEP, and construction teams to ensure alignment with project objectives and client standards.

Oversee preparation of construction documents, specifications, and calculations, ensuring quality, code compliance, and technical excellence.

Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.

Engage with clients, contractors, and review authorities to address technical queries and design clarifications.

Support business development, proposal writing, and conceptual structural design for new pursuits.

Travel as needed for project related activities such as client meetings and site visits.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.

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

10+ years of professional experience in building structures design and analysis.

3+ years of experience specifically in data center, mission critical, or large scale logistics/industrial facilities.

Proficiency with BIM ACC (Revit), ETABS, RISA, RAM, SAP
2000, Safe, etc.

Strong understanding of tilt-up and precast concrete systems, steel design, seismic design, and foundation systems.

Demonstrated experience with low embodied carbon materials and sustainable structural design approaches.

Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams.

Ability to interpret and apply national and local building codes.

Preferred Qualifications:

5+ years of experience with data center facilities and familiarity of data center specific design standards and structural resiliency requirements.

LEED, Envision, or active leader in SE 2050 implementation.

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

• Relocation support is not available for this role.

Hybrid work location model, fully remote work is negotiable

Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available for this position

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