Civil Engineer – Site Development & Data Center Infra (Onsite)

Giga Energy; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Equity (options) in a rapidly growing,

401(k) with company match

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

FSA/HSA

Commuter benefits

Monthly team onsite meetings

Job summary

Giga Energy is seeking a Civil Engineer to contribute to the full lifecycle of site development projects in the United States, including feasibility, design development, and construction execution. You will support site assessments, design tasks, and compliance activities under mentorship, with hands‑on CAD skills and a comfort level on construction sites.

The role is based in our Houston area with full‑time onsite expectations, and bi‑weekly Fridays may be worked from home.

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.
• PE license preferred but not required.

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

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Giga Energy is seeking a Civil Engineer to contribute to the full lifecycle of site development projects in the United States, including feasibility, design development, and construction execution. You will support site assessments, design tasks, and compliance activities under mentorship, with hands‑on CAD skills and a comfort level on construction sites.

The role is based in our Houston area with full‑time onsite expectations, and bi‑weekly Fridays may be worked from home.