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Principal Civil Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering

Alexandria, VAFull-time$150k–$195k2026-11-10 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid · United States

Core

Leading the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge civil systems for highly efficient, scalable, and sustainable mega-scale data center campuses.

Role type

Principal Civil Engineer (Data Center Design)

Builds

Mega-scale data center campuses (500MW+)

Domain

Data Center Infrastructure / Civil Engineering

Required skills

Civil engineering design, MEP systems knowledge, BIM/digital construction tools, geotechnical investigation, constructability analysis, project management, stakeholder influence, sustainable design, Tier 1 contractor experience

Preferred skills

Professional accreditation (CIBSE, IET, Engineers Ireland), Chartered status, Postgraduate qualification in building services/project management/sustainability, BIM management training

Technologies

Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, ACC, Procore

Responsibilities

Lead design and implementation of civil systems for data centers; Manage data center designs and features; Develop CSA Basis of Design and template specifications; Review and release civil engineering designs (roads, drainage, site works, bulk earthworks); Evaluate due diligence reports and create scopes for geotechnical testing; Coordinate with internal/external MEP engineers; Manage external design consultants; Work on multiple build projects simultaneously; Travel for site assessments and construction reviews.

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with leadership