Structural Engineer

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SUMMARY:

This individual will work directly with internal and external design teams, contractors, platform delivery, and operations departments to ensure the technical integrity, performance, and consistency of structural systems across   Aligned’s   data center platform.

This role serves as both a structural engineering authority and a platform leader, responsible for ensuring structural solutions are not only technically sound, but also repeatable, constructible, and scalable across projects.

A successful Structural Engineer with Aligned will combine deep technical   expertise   with a systems-level mindset, driving design standardization, prefabrication strategies, and continuous improvement of the structural platform while supporting project execution and delivery.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Design

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Lead and   maintain   responsibility for structural engineering standards, details, and updates across the platform

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Review and drive updates to the Design Execution Criteria (DEC) for structural systems including compliance   with code & customer requirements , innovation, and   inclusion of   lessons learned

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Ensure quality control of structural design deliverables through the full design phase

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Lead development of standardized and repeatable structural systems aligned with platform objectives

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Integrate structural systems into prefabricated and modular delivery strategies

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Support conceptual design, site evaluations, and real estate acquisition decisions

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Provide technical support for expansions, retrofits, and upgrades

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Execution

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Oversee   Structural   design coordination across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with architectura l ,   structural,   and MEP systems

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Serve as the technical authority for structural design decisions

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Validate structural readiness for construction, equipment loading, and service

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Lead structural troubleshooting and performance investigations

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Revenue

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Evaluate and approve deviations from standard designs based on client requirements.

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Lead technical assessments of potential acquisitions and existing assets.

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Forward Vision

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Drive transition toward a platform-based, manufactured structural delivery model

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Lead implementation of prefabricated and modular structural systems

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Align structural systems with supply chain and fabrication strategies

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Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and sustainable practices in Civil engineering.

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Lead or support the evaluation and implementation of innovative design and construction methodologies.

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Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to align Civil engineering solutions with evolving technical needs

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Troubleshoot and resolve site performance issues related to   structural discipline

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Strongly Desired Working experience & knowledge of:

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Project Management Software (MS Projects, Procore, BIM 360 /Autodesk Construction Cloud , or similar).

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Structura l design software   including   Revit ,   Bluebeam,   Autocad .

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Knowledge and experience working with Bluebeam,   Autocad , & Revit a plus

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M inimum Qualifications :

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Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

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PE license   required ; SE preferred

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8 +   years experience   in structural design or project management ,   with a strong preference for experience in data centers.

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Strong understanding of data center design and construction processes

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Advanced experience in Excel and AutoCAD.

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Exposure to or interest in   leveraging   AI-enabled tools to improve design/ enginering   efficiency, quality, and decision-making across workflows

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Strong written and verbal communication skills .

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International Experience   a plus .

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Deep understanding of the Data Center design and construction process.

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Ability to multi-task, with strong time management and organizational skills.

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Ability to   maintain   discretion and confidentiality.

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Team Player across the organization.

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Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.

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May travel at times up to 25%.

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Ability to understand construction project scopes.

COMPETENCIES:

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Adaptability   - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

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Analytical   - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

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Business Acumen   - Understands business implications of decisions;   assist   in developing budgets and experience   understanding reporting   budgets/financials; Displays orientation to profitability;   Demonstrates   knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

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Change Management   – Assists in the Development of workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results

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Customer Service   - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs;   Solicits   customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and   assistance ; Meets commitments.

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Delegation   - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and   monitors   delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

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Dependability   - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies   appropriate person   with an alternate plan.

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Diversity   - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

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Ethics   - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

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Innovation   - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

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Interpersonal Skills   - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;   Maintains   confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Team Player with Strong Communications skills;   Remains   open to others' ideas and tries new things.

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Judgement   - Displays willingness to make decisions;   Exhibits   sound and   accurate   judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes   appropriate people   in decision-making process; Makes   timely   decisions.

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Leadership   - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives   appropriate recognition   to others.

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Managing   People   - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes   self   available   to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes,   products,   and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

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Motivation   - Sets and achieves challenging goals;   Demonstrates   persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated ri