Senior Structural Engineer, PE – Data Centers

Arcadis

Senior Structural Engineer leading data-center structural design and construction engineering at Arcadis. Serving as Engineer of Record and guiding multidisciplinary teams across U.S.

Posted 9/5/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in structural engineering, including the application of building codes and standards such as IBC, ACI, and AISC. Proven ability to manage engineering programs, mentor team members, and effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Professional Engineering (PE) LicensureStructural Engineering ExperienceKnowledge of Building CodesAutoCAD/REVIT ProficiencyConstruction Administration

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Hard Skills

Structural DesignWind DesignSeismic DesignConstruction Means and MethodsMaterials KnowledgeCalculations DevelopmentSpecifications DevelopmentContract Documents PreparationProject ManagementBudget Management

Soft Skills

MentoringCoachingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADREVITAutodesk Construction CloudRisaETABS

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering (PE) LicensureMultiple State Licenses Preferred

Industry Keywords

Structural EngineeringData CentersComplex Capital ProjectsBuilding CodesEngineering Disciplines

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary technical authority for assigned engineering programs and initiatives
Provide subject matter expertise, technical guidance, and oversight to structural engineers
Mentor and coach team members
Serve as Engineer of Record, managing budgets, schedules, deliverables, plans, permit checklists, and scopes of work
Coordinate with engineering disciplines, office/project staff, clients, and subcontractors throughout the project life cycle
Apply building codes and standards including IBC, ACI, and AISC
Conduct structural engineering investigations and develop calculations, plans, specifications, proposals, and contract documents
Check others’ work for accuracy and completeness while meeting project budgets and schedules
Perform Construction Administration, including field observation reports, RFI responses, submittal reviews, and contractor change-order evaluations
Travel and participate in client meetings, charettes, and site visits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 10 years of relevant structural engineering experience related to data centers or complex capital projects within the United States
Professional Engineering (PE) Licensure in the United States; multiple state licenses preferred
Knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building codes
Strong knowledge of structural systems, wind and seismic design, construction means and methods, materials, and industry standards
Ability to communicate concepts and ideas verbally and in writing to Architects, Engineers, and Owner clients
Functional knowledge and experience with AutoCAD/REVIT, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Risa, and ETABS
Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering from an accredited university

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k)
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
AD&D insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Reward & recognition program
Wellbeing benefits
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Nine paid holidays
20 days PTO accruing per year