Submer · 10 hours ago
Civil, Structural & Architectural Engineer (CSA) – Data Centers
USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expSubmer is a company that designs and delivers end-to-end AI datacenter infrastructure built around industry-leading liquid cooling. They are seeking a CSA Engineer to lead and deliver all Civil, Structural, and Architectural scopes for a next-generation data center, ensuring structural integrity and compliance while coordinating with various teams.
Cloud ComputingEnergyHardwareRenewable EnergyRoboticsCleanTechCloud InfrastructureData Center AutomationEnergy EfficiencyIT Infrastructure
Responsibilities
Develop and review structural designs including foundations, slabs, steel structures, equipment pads, pipe supports, mezzanines, and load-bearing elements
Perform calculations for gravity loads, seismic, wind, dynamic loads, vibration, and heavy equipment anchoring
Ensure CSA designs accommodate DLC system requirements such as piping weight, anchor points, and thermal expansion considerations
Review geotechnical reports, site drainage, grading, retaining structures, and utility routing
Validate that all CSA design packages meet performance, resilience, and durability requirements
Lead architectural design coordination including layouts, fire separations, wall assemblies, and space optimization for high-density computing areas
Integrate architectural layouts with MEP systems ensuring proper clearances, maintainability, airflow, and equipment access
Develop specifications for building envelope, roofing, insulation, waterproofing, firestopping, penetrations, and structural openings
Ensure proper design and sizing of loading docks, staging areas, access routes, and equipment movement paths
Ensure compliance with IBC, NFPA, ASCE, local/state building codes, and AHJ requirements
Support permitting submissions, inspections, and coordination with authorities
Participate in design reviews, clash detection, constructability assessments, and technical workshops
Coordinate closely with Mechanical and Electrical teams to ensure accurate penetrations, supports, equipment pad design, routing, and architectural integration
Support Value Engineering and propose optimized solutions without compromising quality or performance
Provide onsite oversight for CSA works including foundations, steel erection, walls, roofing, fit-out, and architectural finishes
Review shop drawings, RFIs, method statements, and material submittals
Conduct inspections for reinforcement, formwork, concrete pouring, steel erection, welding, coatings, waterproofing, and architectural systems
Oversee trenching, excavation, utility installation, site development, stormwater management, and grading compliance
Support commissioning readiness checks for CSA components
Verify equipment anchorage, structural compliance, fire barriers, insulation, door hardware, and egress routes
Complete CSA punch-lists and ensure readiness for handover with accurate as-built documentation
Lead CSA-related risk identification and mitigation efforts
Ensure all construction complies with OSHA and industry best practices
Contribute to QA/QC processes including inspection test plans and quality audits
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, or related field
7+ years of CSA experience in mission-critical, industrial, or data center environments
Strong knowledge of IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, NFPA, ADA, and related standards
Experience coordinating CSA works with MEP disciplines
Ability to support fast-track construction environments and resolve field issues efficiently
Georgia General contractor license
Preferred
Experience with high-density or AI/HPC data center projects
Familiarity with DLC system structural/architectural considerations
Familiarity with Tier standards such as Uptime Institute or TIA-942
Experience working in overlapping design–construction delivery models
Benefits
Medical Insurance Plan.
401k Employee volunteer contribution Plan.
Company
Submer
Submer enables next-generation cooling and automation for data and energy-
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$127.11MKey Investors
SantanderM&G InvestmentsPlanet First Partners
2024-12-20Debt Financing· $20.86M
2024-10-03Series C· $55.18M
2022-01-25Series B· $33.91M
Leadership Team
Daniel Pope
Founder
Recent News
FinSMEs
2026-02-11
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