Principal Structural Engineer
Fleet Data CentersAlexandria, VA
Full Time
Posted August 12, 2026
$160k - $200k
Energy Storage
Remote
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Job Description
Principal Structural Engineer will be responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge efficient, scalable, and sustainable data centers.
Key Responsibilities
- Create building and site structural drawings
- Review due diligence and drive responsibility according to project requirements
- Lead the design and development of structural design for large-scale data centers
- Provide structural engineering design oversight throughout the project lifecycle
- Create and track metrics related to cost and quality
- Drive sustainability initiatives
- Manage large-scale, multi-site projects across global regions, ensuring the on-time delivery of structural engineering
- Collaborate with architecture, civil, electrical, mechanical, structural engineering, network, controls, and operations teams to integrate structural design with other data center components
- Work closely with vendors and contractors to ensure all structural engineering systems meet quality, safety, and operational standards, as well as company specifications
- Act as the main point of contact for all structural systems-related decisions and collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders
- Ensure all designs and systems comply with local, state, and federal regulations, building codes, and environmental requirements
- Develop and refine design standards and guidelines to ensure consistency across all data centers
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or a related field (master’s or Ph.D. preferred)
- 10+ years of experience in Structural Engineering, with at least 8 years focused on data center design and operations
- Proven track record of delivering large-scale data center projects
- Extensive experience with software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla, etc.)
- Expertise in sustainability, energy efficiency, and cost-saving measures related to data centers
- Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable strategies for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to influence and manage key stakeholders across engineering, product, and operations teams
- Analytical Skills: Demonstrated success in analyzing program data, defining KPIs, and reporting on success metrics
- License: Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience working in global data center projects, navigating region-specific regulations and environmental conditions
- Hyperscaler: Familiarity with AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, and Meta cloud providers’ data center requirements
- Cloud Certifications: Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Fundamentals, etc.)
- Global Experience: Experience leading product launches in global markets, including knowledge of international land, energy and/or data center regulations and compliance
- Technical Background: A strong technical understanding of cloud services, networking, and software development lifecycles
- Integrity and Ethical Standards: Build trust, ensure fairness, and foster long-term, transparent relationships with suppliers
- Effective Communication: The ability to clearly convey expectations and requirements to suppliers and negotiation parties, while understanding their needs and concerns. Comfortable delivering written and verbal presentations to internal leadership teams
- Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Ability to understand the emotions, cultural nuances, and motivations of others, while effectively managing one's own emotions during high-pressure negotiations
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to think big picture while also managing granular details
- Adaptability: Proven track record of managing change and ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
- Leadership: Ability to manage cross-functional teams and external vendors
- Experience with complex, multi-site projects: Manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and deliver exceptional results
- Excellent communication and presentation skills: Capable of interfacing with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders
- Creative problem-solver: Ability to troubleshoot and optimize system performance effectively
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