Senior Structural Engineer

Guardian Engineering Enterprises, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Engineering Enterprises, LLC is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design and analysis of structural systems for AI infrastructure and data centers. You will oversee foundations, framing, equipment supports, and building enclosures for mission‑critical facilities, ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires a PE license and 8+ years of relevant experience, with strong client-facing skills and a track record of mentoring engineers.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required and 8+ years of relevant design experience.
• Experience with design, assessment, and construction oversight for mission‑critical facilities.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis of structural systems for AI infrastructure and data centers.
• Conduct seismic analyses, loading studies, and integrity assessments.
• Prepare detailed reports with findings, recommendations and cost estimates.
• Develop construction documents and specifications per IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE 7.
• Lead foundation design including deep/mat foundations and supports.
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations and life-safety requirements.
• Support client relationships and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

SAP2000

ETABS

RISA

RAM Structural System

STAAD.Pro

PE License

Client-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer

Locations: Houston, TX; Chicago, IL; Brooklyn, NY. Hybrid work schedule.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive design and analysis of structural systems for AI infrastructure and data centers, including structural framing, foundations, equipment supports, and building enclosures for mission‑critical facilities.
• Conduct detailed structural assessments of data center and industrial structures, including capacity evaluations, seismic analyses, loading studies, and integrity assessments to optimize performance.
• Prepare detailed technical reports summarizing analysis findings, recommendations, and cost estimates for structural improvements, retrofits, and new construction.
• Develop construction documents and specifications in accordance with applicable codes and standards (IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE 7) and client requirements.
• Design and specify structural systems for complex facilities, including steel and concrete framing, heavy equipment foundations, raised floor systems, and roof structures optimized for operational demands.
• Lead foundation design including deep foundations, mat foundations, and specialized supports for mission‑critical infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with all structural codes, seismic regulations, and design standards, maintaining focus on reliability and life safety requirements.
• Contribute to value engineering efforts, analyzing structural options, materials, and lifecycle costs to enhance performance and budget alignment.
• Support procurement activities including bid document preparation, addenda, and responses to contractor inquiries.
• Review submittals and RFIs during construction to ensure alignment with design intent, maintaining structural integrity and compliance.
• Conduct field observations and QA inspections during construction, documenting progress for steel erection, concrete placement, and foundation activities.
• Lead construction administration activities, including testing coordination, verification of design parameters, and phasing oversight to maintain operational continuity.
• Support client relationships through professional communication, mentor junior engineers, and manage estimates, schedules, and team collaboration for structural projects.

Experience & Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred) with 8+ years of experience in commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical facility design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Proven expertise in design, assessment, and construction oversight of structural systems, foundations, and building structures for complex and mission‑critical facilities.
• Strong client‑facing communication skills and proficiency in structural analysis software such as SAP2000, ETABS, RISA, RAM Structural System, and STAAD.Pro.
• Proficiency in data center structural design, including heavy equipment loading, raised floors, vibration isolation, and high‑density computing requirements.
• Experience with structural design for technology infrastructure, including rack systems, cable tray supports, seismic anchorage, and data center performance criteria.
• Expertise in steel and concrete design, foundation engineering, seismic design, and lateral‑force resisting systems.
• Advanced knowledge of finite element modeling and complex structural system analysis for industrial and mission‑critical applications.
• Proven ability to resolve complex problems, lead teams through technical challenges, and prioritize risk‑based design solutions.
• Ability to communicate technical requirements clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, mentoring engineers, and fostering collaborative environments.
• Excellent reporting, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities to lead teams meeting tight deadlines and quality standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled