Senior Civil Engineer SME — Hyperscale AI Data Centers

Jacobs; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 169,000 - 233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Professional development support

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer SME to lead civil site design for hyperscale data centers across the US. You will set design standards, govern civil deliverables, and mentor engineers while directing permitting and regulatory strategy for complex projects.

The role requires a Civil PE license, 15+ years of experience, and strong collaboration with multi-discipline teams to deliver high-stakes campus programs on aggressive schedules.

Qualifications

• Civil PE license required with active status in at least one US state.
• 15+ years of civil engineering experience with 8+ years in site civil design for large-site programs.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D and multi-discipline coordination with structural, MEP, and electrical teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication; leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Experience navigating multi-agency regulatory frameworks for large land-disturbance projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil site design for hyperscale data center and campus programs across the full design lifecycle.
• Provide technical governance, review grading, drainage, and utility plans for compliance and quality.
• Direct permitting strategy, engage AHJs, and coordinate with land-use authorities to protect schedule.
• Mentor mid-level and junior engineers, developing depth and project leadership.
• Coordinate geotechnical programs and translate findings to design inputs for the structural team.

Skills

Civil engineering leadership

Communication skills

Regulatory strategy

Mentoring

Geotechnical coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Navisworks

Geotechnical data interpretation

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer SME to lead civil site design for hyperscale data centers across the US. You will set design standards, govern civil deliverables, and mentor engineers while directing permitting and regulatory strategy for complex projects.

The role requires a Civil PE license, 15+ years of experience, and strong collaboration with multi-discipline teams to deliver high-stakes campus programs on aggressive schedules.