Structural Engineer

Vertiv•Pelzer, SC

About The Position

The Structural Engineer serves as the lead structural engineer for conceptual and detailed design of data center structures. The role covers structural analysis and design, steel connections, foundations, materials, load and inspection procedures, and the preparation and review of structural design and construction documentation. The engineer ensures that designs comply with applicable standards and building codes, meet quality expectations, and remain within budget. The position coordinates with architectural and civil engineering teams, contracted engineering companies, customers, suppliers, business units, business partners, vendors, and fabrication teams. It provides technical support before and during construction, supports onsite module repairs, and visits fabricators to validate designs, assess workmanship, and conduct engineering evaluations or audits. The role may also communicate directly with customers to develop suitable, creative solutions. The position requires 15–25% domestic and international travel. Vertiv states that employment authorization in the United States is required and that it will not provide sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Structural (Civil) Engineering.
Minimum 4 years of structural engineering experience.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations, building codes, and industry standards.
Experience with structural steel design and connection design.
Familiarity with lifting and transport design and temporary load conditions.
Proficiency with structural analysis tools; RISA 3D is preferred.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit.
Proven experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to interpret customer specification requirements.
Ability to research new designs, technologies, and construction methods for data center equipment and facilities.
Ability to develop creative and innovative cost-reduction solutions without affecting quality, reliability, or maintainability.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented approach.
Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
Proven project management skills.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; Vertiv will not provide sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Professional engineering (PE) license.
Experience with data center or industrial structural projects.
RISA 3D experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as lead structural engineer providing conceptual and detailed design of data center structures.
Perform structural design and analysis using RISA 3D in accordance with applicable design standards and lifting, transport, and installation load cases.
Design structural steel connections, including bolted and welded connections, lifting points, and anchoring points.
Develop designs that meet or exceed Vertiv quality requirements and budgetary requirements.
Provide detailed schematic design, detail design, and construction drawing narratives for structural design aspects.
Review and approve structural product submittals.
Coordinate with the Architectural Engineer on thermal transfer calculations, including fire ratings and thermal bridges.
Ensure model, drawing, and calculation accuracy through internal quality control and design reviews.
Design foundation requirements.
Manage and coordinate contracted engineering companies regarding civil, mechanical, and structural calculations and factory documentation.
Work with local authorities having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with federal, state, and municipal building codes and regulations.
Specify structural and finish materials, coordinating with Vertiv business units, business partners, and preferred vendors on materials and sizes for fabrication.
Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests before and during construction.
Develop welding procedure and inspection specifications.
Specify nondestructive examination methods.
Specify surface preparation and painting requirements.
Develop dimensional test procedures.
Develop structural load test procedures and calculations.
Coordinate architectural and civil work design.
Provide technical project coordination with customers and suppliers.
Perform quality control during execution.
Support onsite module repairs, including damaged paint and door malfunctions.
Work with fabrication teams to check and validate construction processes, welding specifications, and weld inspection points during module construction.
Travel to fabricators’ facilities to validate designs, review workmanship, and provide engineering evaluations and workmanship audits as needed.
Communicate with customers as needed to design solutions for their requirements.
Offer creative, innovative solutions to customers.