Senior Structural SME for AI Data Center Design

Jacobs

Jackson (MS)

Hybrid

USD 170,000 - 233,000

Full time

3 days ago
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401(k) Plan
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Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a senior subject matter expert in structural engineering to lead a portfolio of data center projects. You will guide technical direction, supervise teams, and collaborate with clients, contractors, and management to deliver high-performance, code-compliant solutions.

The role emphasizes mentorship, design delivery, and the delivery of complex analyses within a dynamic, client-facing environment. Hybrid work is supported across the U.S.

Qualifications

  • Requires BS in Civil/Structural Engineering, 15+ years of experience in structural engineering.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer or eligible to become licensed in additional states.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills; ability to direct junior and senior staff.

Responsibilities

  • Lead structural engineering efforts across data center projects, including new builds and retrofits.
  • Mentor structural leads and coordinate with clients and management.
  • Shape design strategy, deliverables, and schedules to ensure high performance and constructability.
  • Perform complex structural analyses and guide methodologies for robust, code-compliant designs.
  • Review drawings, provide quality governance, and collaborate across interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Civil/Structural engineering
Project management
Travel readiness
AutoCAD
Revit
MicroStation
SDS/3D

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering
Master of Science in Engineering
Professional Engineer licensure

Tools

AutoCAD
Revit
MicroStation
S3D/ BIM 360
RISA
RamSS
STAAD

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a senior subject matter expert in structural engineering to lead a portfolio of data center projects. You will guide technical direction, supervise teams, and collaborate with clients, contractors, and management to deliver high-performance, code-compliant solutions.

The role emphasizes mentorship, design delivery, and the delivery of complex analyses within a dynamic, client-facing environment. Hybrid work is supported across the U.S.

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