Structural Engineer

Guardian Engineering; Chicago, New York, Houston (IL, NY, TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Engineering seeks a Structural Engineer to join its team in Chicago, IL. The role involves designing structural systems for data centers and critical facilities, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and some experience in structural engineering, including knowledge of structural design tools like SAP2000 and AutoCAD.

This opportunity emphasizes teamwork, communication, and adherence to project specifications while working with cutting-edge AI infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required, Civil or Structural preferred.
• EIT certification preferred; 2–5 years of experience in structural engineering.
• Strong team collaboration, communication, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project specifications detailing client requirements and design codes.
• Assist in designing structural systems for data centers and industrial buildings.
• Contribute to the design of equipment support structures for AI facilities.
• Develop specifications for structural materials for mission-critical applications.
• Work within schedule and budget parameters while maintaining quality standards.

Skills

SAP2000

ETABS

RISA

RAM Structural System

AutoCAD

Revit Structure

Steel Design

Reinforced Concrete Design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Location: Houston, TX • Chicago, IL • Brooklyn, NY

Company: Guardian Engineering Enterprises, LLC

Guardian Engineering Enterprises, LLC seeks a Structural Engineer to join either our Houston, TX, Chicago, IL, or Brooklyn, NY office.

The structural engineer will perform structural engineering assignments to design equipment, components, structures, or systems — with a growing focus on AI infrastructure, data center solutions, and mission-critical facilities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare project specifications detailing client performance requirements, component needs, design codes, and vendor drawing requirements for structural systems and building components.

• Assist in designing structural systems for data centers and industrial buildings, focusing on structural reliability, equipment support capabilities, and load‑bearing capacity.

• Support the design of structural systems for high‑performance computing facilities, considering heavy equipment loads, foundation requirements, and vibration sensitivity in AI environments.

• Prepare engineering sketches, load analyses, and structural models for project assignments, including foundation design for data centers and AI facilities.

• Contribute to the design of equipment support structures and foundations to ensure integrity and operational reliability for critical AI and data center infrastructure.

• Develop specifications for structural materials such as steel, reinforced concrete, and equipment foundations for mission‑critical building applications.

• Review vendor drawings for compliance with specifications and coordinate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.

• Support efficient structural design implementation to optimize building performance, including equipment vibration isolation and advanced construction technologies.

• Work within schedule and budget parameters while maintaining quality standards and following engineering checking procedures.

• Coordinate structural design with architectural, mechanical, and electrical systems for integrated facility layouts.

• Comply with all Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) standards and actively participate in safety programs.

• Support client relationships through professional communication, estimating support, and collaborative technical knowledge sharing.

Experience & Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required (Civil with structural emphasis or Structural Engineering preferred); ABET‑accredited degree preferred.

• EIT certification preferred; PE license a plus but not required. (2–5 years of experience in structural engineering; field experience a plus.)

• Familiarity with SAP2000, ETABS, RISA, RAM Structural System, AutoCAD, and Revit Structure.

• Exposure to data center structural systems, including heavy equipment loading, raised floors, and foundation design for mission‑critical environments.

• Basic knowledge of AI hardware structural requirements such as rack systems, equipment supports, and GPU/TPU cluster infrastructure.

• Understanding of steel and reinforced concrete design, foundation engineering, and construction methods used in commercial and industrial buildings.

• Basic understanding of structural analysis, load paths, and seismic design principles with interest in advanced high‑performance systems.

• Interest in sustainable design practices and material optimization with knowledge of relevant codes (IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE 7).

• Understanding of load calculations, anchorage design, and construction sequencing for integrated structural systems.

• Strong team collaboration, communication, and time‑management skills.

• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary structural design for commercial and industrial applications.

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