Senior Structural Engineer – Data Center Leader (Hybrid)

Jacobs; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Merit-based bonuses

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a senior structural engineer within our Data Center team to lead structural design across new builds and retrofits. You will guide technical direction, mentor engineers, and ensure design solutions meet performance and constructability standards while coordinating with clients and contractors.

The role emphasizes hands‑on project leadership, effective communication with diverse teams, and delivering high‑quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality reviews of complex projects.
• Lead complex structural analyses and select appropriate methodologies.
• Develop and validate advanced structural models; mentor team members in simulation techniques.
• Oversee calculations for member design and foundations; manage schedules and documentation.

Skills

Structural engineering

Project leadership

Client facing

Communication

CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, MicroCAD

Structural analysis software (RISA,Ram

Travel availability

Education

BS in Civil or Structural Engineering

MS in Engineering (preferred)

Registered Professional Engineer

Registered SE License (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MicroStation

S3D

RISA

RamSS

STAAD

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a senior structural engineer within our Data Center team to lead structural design across new builds and retrofits. You will guide technical direction, mentor engineers, and ensure design solutions meet performance and constructability standards while coordinating with clients and contractors.

The role emphasizes hands‑on project leadership, effective communication with diverse teams, and delivering high‑quality outcomes.