Principal Data Center Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA)

Flux Resources; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 132,456 - 165,573; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Wellbeing Support

401(k) Retirement Plan

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Flux Resources is seeking a Principal CSA Engineer to drive foundational design for next-generation high-density data centers. This hybrid role involves defining and leading CSA strategy across various locations including Austin, New York, and San Francisco, focusing on robustness, compliance, and sustained performance.

The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of CSA design experience with a strong background in structural systems, seismic principles, and advanced cooling architectures. This position offers competitive pay and various benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, and wellness support.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in CSA design for hyperscale data centers.
• Deep experience with structural and architectural systems in large-scale infrastructure.
• Ability to operate in fast-paced environments with multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Own the CSA strategy for data center design.
• Lead site due diligence efforts including geotechnical investigations.
• Develop architectural and structural layouts optimized for high-density environments.
• Support construction planning to minimize on-site labor.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for integrated design.

Skills

Seismic design principles

Wind load analysis

Foundation systems and geotechnical integration

High-density compute environments

Advanced cooling architectures

Revit

Navisworks

STAAD

RAM Structural System

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering

Job description

Principal CSA Engineer – Data Center Design (Civil, Structural & Architectural)

This is a full-time exempt (40+ hours/week), hybrid role located in Austin, TX; San Francisco, CA; New York, NY; or Seattle, WA, with approximately 20% domestic and international travel.

Summary

We are seeking a Principal Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) Engineer to define and lead the foundational physical design of next-generation, high-density data center infrastructure. This role is responsible for translating extreme-performance compute requirements into robust site, structural, and architectural systems that enable rapid deployment, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

The successful candidate will own CSA strategy across a global portfolio of hyperscale facilities, ensuring every site is structurally resilient, code-compliant, and optimized for advanced cooling architectures and extreme-density AI workloads. This is a senior technical leadership role bridging design, construction, and deployment strategy across multiple concurrent programs.

Key Responsibilities

CSA Strategy & Standards

• Own the overall Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) strategy for data center design and deployment across the portfolio
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve CSA design standards, including:
  • Basis of Design (BoD)
  • Master specifications
  • Standard drawings and details
• Define scalable design approaches for hyperscale and AI-optimized data center infrastructure
• Establish lifecycle performance and sustainability standards, including embodied carbon reduction strategies

Site Development & Due Diligence

• Lead site due diligence efforts including:
  • Geotechnical investigations and soil analysis
  • Site feasibility studies
  • Structural and civil risk assessments
• Support permitting strategy and coordination with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
• Evaluate site constraints and develop foundational structural and architectural approaches aligned with project goals

Civil, Structural & Architectural Design

• Develop architectural and structural layouts optimized for:
  • Hot aisle / cold aisle configurations
  • Liquid cooling distribution systems and manifolds
  • High-density rack arrangements
  • Service corridors and operational access
• Analyze structural systems for high-load infrastructure including:
  • Direct liquid cooling (DLC) racks
  • Air-cooled high-density racks
  • Immersion cooling systems
  • Seismic and wind load conditions
• Define structural systems including steel, concrete, and hybrid framing solutions
• Specify architectural requirements including:
  • Fire ratings and compartmentalization
  • Floor finishes and loading requirements
  • Acoustic performance
  • Envelope insulation and thermal performance
• Ensure CSA design aligns with FM Global and applicable building codes

Construction & Delivery Support

• Coordinate with construction teams to develop prefabricated modular MEP and structural skids
• Support construction planning to minimize on-site labor and reduce schedule risk
• Review design deliverables, shop drawings, RFIs, and field changes for CSA scope
• Conduct site visits to evaluate construction progress, quality, and adherence to design intent
• Support commissioning and operational readiness from a CSA perspective
• Ensure design continuity from concept through construction and turnover

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls, and infrastructure teams to ensure integrated system design
• Interface with external architects, engineers of record, consultants, and contractors
• Align CSA design decisions with operational, cooling, and power infrastructure requirements
• Provide technical leadership across multiple concurrent global projects

Our Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering (or related discipline)
• 10+ years of experience in CSA design for hyperscale data centers, mission-critical facilities, or clean manufacturing environments
• Deep experience with structural and architectural systems in large-scale industrial infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Seismic design principles
  • Wind load analysis
  • Foundation systems and geotechnical integration
• Experience with high-density compute environments and advanced cooling architectures
• Proficiency with:
  • Revit
  • Navisworks
  • STAAD
  • RAM Structural System
• Strong understanding of CSA integration with mechanical and electrical systems in data centers
• Experience developing engineering standards, templates, and reference designs
• Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-ownership environments with multiple concurrent projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE-Structural) or Registered Architect (RA)
• Experience in hyperscale data center development or clean manufacturing facilities (semiconductor, pharma, etc.)
• Familiarity with:
  • LEED or BREEAM sustainability frameworks
  • Lifecycle carbon analysis and embodied carbon reduction strategies
• Experience designing for modular construction and prefabricated infrastructure deployment
• Strong background in FM Global requirements and mission-critical construction standards
• Experience coordinating CSA scope across global, multi-site portfolios

Compensation & Benefits

• The pay for this W-2 position ranges from $96.15 – $120.19 per hour
• 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 Employer

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.