Senior Data Center Structural Lead

Jacobs; Carol Stream (IL); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs seeks a senior subject matter expert in data center structural engineering to lead design across a portfolio of projects. You will mentor leads, guide technical direction, and collaborate with clients and management to ensure high‑quality, constructible solutions.

The role blends deep engineering authority with stakeholder leadership and offers growth into the next generation of data center infrastructure delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 15+ years of professional structural engineering experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the US (PE).
• Experience with CAD tools and structural analysis software.
• Knowledge of ACI/AISC/ASCE 7 and relevant codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering efforts across data center projects, including new builds and retrofits.
• Mentor structural leads and coordinate with cross‑functional teams and clients.
• Direct technical direction, ensure constructible, code‑compliant designs.
• Support design delivery strategy and influence project execution.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer

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RISA

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Job description

Jacobs seeks a senior subject matter expert in data center structural engineering to lead design across a portfolio of projects. You will mentor leads, guide technical direction, and collaborate with clients and management to ensure high‑quality, constructible solutions.

The role blends deep engineering authority with stakeholder leadership and offers growth into the next generation of data center infrastructure delivery.