Data Center Structural Engineer

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Austin, TX.

Summary

The Data Center Structural Engineer will support structural engineering activities across a large-scale, multi-site data center development portfolio from early-stage planning through construction completion. This owner-side engineering role partners closely with internal engineering teams, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure structural systems are designed and executed to support mission-critical infrastructure requirements. The ideal candidate has experience with steel and concrete structural systems, mission-critical facility design, and large-scale industrial or hyperscale data center projects.

Our Ideal Candidate

• 4+ years of structural engineering experience, including experience supporting data center or mission-critical development projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus
• Experience designing steel and concrete structural systems for mission-critical facilities
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuit of licensure with expected completion within 6 months
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, ETABS, RISA, and RAM Structural Systems
• Working knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, and AISC standards
• Ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams
• Willingness to travel to project sites across the United States (approximately 20–30%)
• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred
• Experience with hyperscale data centers, industrial facilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects preferred
• Familiarity with FM Global standards and equipment anchorage requirements preferred
• Experience with PEMB structures and tilt-up concrete construction preferred
• Knowledge of raised floor systems, equipment pad design, and overhead MEP support structures preferred

• Support structural engineering activities across multiple data center development projects from planning through construction
• Coordinate structural design efforts with geotechnical, civil, architectural, and MEP engineering teams
• Review and support development of structural systems including steel, concrete, foundations, and building envelope components
• Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to maintain alignment on structural requirements and project execution
• Assist with structural analysis, design coordination, permitting support, and construction administration activities
• Review drawings, calculations, specifications, and engineering deliverables for compliance with project requirements and applicable codes
• Support evaluation of site conditions, constructability considerations, and foundation design requirements
• Coordinate structural requirements for mission-critical infrastructure systems including equipment pads, raised floor systems, and MEP support structures
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and project meetings to support construction progress and issue resolution
• Contribute to continuous improvement of structural engineering standards and best practices across the development portfolio

• The pay for this position ranges from approximately $72.12/hr – $96.15/hr based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.
• Medical Coverage: Two United Healthcare plans (PPO and HDHP with HSA), with employer contributions toward premiums; coverage begins the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
• Dental & Vision: United Healthcare dental with 100% preventive care coverage and vision benefits for exams, frames, lenses, or contacts
• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling plus additional wellness and care navigation resources
• Retirement & Savings: 401(k) eligible after 30 days with automatic 6% enrollment (opt-out available), 1% annual increases up to 10%, plus HSA with up to $480 employer contribution
• Voluntary Benefits: Employee-paid accident insurance and critical illness coverage for major health events

Equal Opportunity Statement

Flux Resources values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.