Civil Engineer - Data Center Infra, Equity & Fast-Paced

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health, dental, and vision

Equity (options)

401(k) with 4% employer match

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

FSA or HSA

Commuter benefits

Monthly team onsites

Job summary

Giga Energy is seeking a Civil Engineer to contribute to the full lifecycle of our site development projects, from feasibility to construction. You will support site assessments, design development, and compliance activities under mentorship from senior engineers, with hands-on CAD skills and comfort on construction sites.

The role is based in an in-office culture focused on rapid infrastructure delivery, with the possibility of working from multiple hubs including Houston.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• 2–4 years of experience in land development, industrial construction, or data center infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, or similar BIM software.
• Working knowledge of hydrology, soil mechanics, and reinforced concrete design.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing site layouts, including grading plans, drainage systems, utility routing, and foundation design under senior engineer guidance.
• Conduct site assessments, gather geotechnical data, and contribute to environmental impact studies to support project viability determinations.
• Research and apply local zoning laws and building codes; support the permitting process with municipal and state agencies.
• Contribute to project schedules and budgets; assist with vendor coordination under senior oversight.
• Support structural calculations for specialized equipment housing (e.g., pads for cooling units, heavy electrical infrastructure).
• Perform site inspections to verify construction alignment with engineering specifications and safety standards; document findings.

Skills

AutoCAD ink Civil 3D

Revit

BIM software

Geotechnical data

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Giga Energy is seeking a Civil Engineer to contribute to the full lifecycle of our site development projects, from feasibility to construction. You will support site assessments, design development, and compliance activities under mentorship from senior engineers, with hands-on CAD skills and comfort on construction sites.

The role is based in an in-office culture focused on rapid infrastructure delivery, with the possibility of working from multiple hubs including Houston.