Principal Structural Design Engineer – Data Center Infrastructure

Jabil

. Own structural design and analysis for data center-centric power and cooling systems, including frames, enclosures, skids and mounting structures .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesLead💰 $145,000 - $261,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in structural design and analysis for data center-centric power and cooling systems, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards. Proficient in structural analysis software and experienced in leading seismic qualification efforts and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Structural Design and AnalysisSeismic QualificationStructural Analysis Software ProficiencyProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseData Center Design Experience

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Hard Skills

Structural CalculationsSeismic AnalysisLoad Path VerificationHeavy Equipment Structural AnalysisStructural Documentation Certification

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingTechnical Authority

Tools & Technologies

RISA 3DSAP2000RAM StructuralSolidWorksBlueBeam

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseStructural Engineer (SE) License

Industry Keywords

Data Center DesignASCE 7AISC 360ACI 318Heavy Transformers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own structural design and analysis for data center-centric power and cooling systems, including frames, enclosures, skids and mounting structures
Perform and review structural calculations for static, dynamic, seismic, transport, wind, snow, installation and live load cases
Ensure structural designs meet applicable codes, standards and jurisdictional requirements for global deployment
Lead seismic qualification efforts, including floor response spectra evaluation and anchorage requirements
Evaluate floor loading limits, elevated installations and site-specific structural constraints
Ensure designs safely support heavy components such as large bus structures and transformers under operating and fault conditions
Assess interactions with forklifts, cranes and rigging operations during manufacturing, transport and installation
Ensure structural intent is accurately reflected in CAD models, drawings and released documentation
Review and guide structural CAD layouts, weldments, fastener strategies and anchoring details
Partner with mechanical and CAD teams to align analytical assumptions with physical design implementation
Verify manufacturing drawings communicate load paths, interfaces and installation requirements
Act as technical authority for regulatory, AHJ and customer structural signoff requirements
Prepare, review and certify structural documentation for compliance and customer acceptance
Respond to structural inquiries, findings and deviations from customers, inspectors and third-party reviewers
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality and supply chain teams to identify and mitigate structural risks
Support prototype builds, qualification testing and production ramp-up through structural guidance and issue resolution
Proactively identify structural risks that could lead to redesigns, production delays or field retrofits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering from ABET accredited university
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States
10+ years of experience in structural engineering for industrial or infrastructure class equipment with 3+ years in data center design
Demonstrated experience performing and certifying structural analyses for heavy equipment assemblies
Ability to independently own structural decisions and provide stamped deliverables if required
Proficient in structural analysis software such as RISA 3D, SAP2000, RAM Structural, IdeaStatica, Enercalc, Hilti Profis, ETABS or similar
Familiarity with ASCE 7, AISC 360 and ACI 318
Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering from ABET accredited university (preferred)
Structural engineering experience supporting CDU, switchgear or mission critical power infrastructure (preferred)
Deep understanding of ASCE 7 Chapter 13 (preferred)
Familiarity with CAD (SolidWorks), PLM (Windchill), and BlueBeam (preferred)
Active Structural Engineer (SE) license in the United States (preferred)
Hands-on experience with seismic qualification, anchorage design and elevated or constrained installations (preferred)
Experience designing structures supporting large bus bar systems, heavy transformers, or other high mass electrical components (preferred)
Familiarity with manufacturing and installation interactions, including crane, forklift, and rigging requirements (preferred)
Experience supporting customer or regulatory structural acceptance and signoff processes (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentive based on performance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment
4 weeks of paid parental leave
In 2027, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly
401(k) retirement plan
Employee stock purchase plan