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Fleet Data Centers · 14 hours ago

Principal Structural Engineer

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$150K/yr - $200K/yr

10+ years exp

Fleet Data Centers is a company that designs, builds, and operates mega-scale data center campuses. The Principal Structural Engineer will lead the design, development, and implementation of efficient, scalable, and sustainable data centers, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support massive cloud operations across multiple regions.

Data CenterData Center AutomationIT Infrastructure

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

Qualification

Structural EngineeringData Center DesignSustainability ExpertiseAutoCADRevitTeklaProfessional Engineer LicenseCloud CertificationsStakeholder ManagementAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsEmotional IntelligenceStrategic ThinkingAdaptabilityLeadershipCreative Problem-Solving

Required

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

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable strategies for both technical and non-technical audiences

Strong ability to influence and manage key stakeholders across engineering, product, and operations teams

Demonstrated success in analyzing program data, defining KPIs, and reporting on success metrics

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Experience working in global data center projects, navigating region-specific regulations and environmental conditions

Familiarity with (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, and Meta) cloud providers' data center requirements

Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Fundamentals, etc.)

Experience leading product launches in global markets, including knowledge of international land, energy and/or data center regulations and compliance

A strong technical understanding of cloud services, networking, and software development lifecycles