xAI is an advanced artificial-intelligence platform developer whose models (including Grok) are being integrated into large-scale infrastructure and, following its sale, SpaceX’s technology ecosystem.
<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.</span></p></div><h3><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE:</strong></h3> <p>We're seeking an experienced <strong>Structural Engineer</strong> specializing in mission-critical facilities to join our infrastructure team supporting the rapid build-out of large-scale compute clusters and data centers. This role will play a key part in designing and delivering resilient, high-performance structural systems for hyperscale AI training facilities.</p> <p>You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including mechanical, electrical, civil, and construction partners—to ensure structural designs support extreme compute densities, seismic resilience, vibration control, rapid deployment timelines, and operational uptime requirements. This is a full-time, on-site (or hybrid) position with occasional travel to project sites.</p> <h3><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Lead structural design and analysis for large-scale data center and compute facilities, from conceptual design through construction administration</li> <li>Develop and review structural models, calculations, drawings, and specifications using tools like Tekla Structures, ETABS, RISA, STAAD, or equivalent</li> <li>Oversee multidisciplinary coordination, ensuring seamless integration of structural systems with MEP, cooling infrastructure, raised floors, rooftop equipment, and modular/precast components</li> <li>Perform seismic analysis, vibration isolation design, load path evaluations, and assessments for high-density equipment loads and redundant systems</li> <li>Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables; review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs; conduct site visits and inspections</li> <li>Mentor junior engineers and designers; assign tasks and ensure high-quality, on-time delivery</li> <li>Identify risks, propose innovative solutions, and drive cost optimization while maintaining safety and compliance with relevant codes (ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, IBC, local seismic requirements)</li> <li>Stay current on data center innovations, including modular construction, steel/precast framing, and scalable design approaches</li> <li>Provide regular updates to leadership via KPIs, reports, and presentations</li> <li>Contribute to process improvements and shared leadership across the team</li> <li>Perform and/or review drawings, calculations and analyses to ensure structural integrity and compliance with building codes and regulations</li> </ul> <h3><strong>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university</li> <li>Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Structural Engineer (SE) preferred</li> <li>10+ years of professional experience in structural engineering for building projects</li> <li>Demonstrated expertise in structural design and analysis for mission-critical or hyperscale data center facilities</li> <li>Proficiency with structural analysis software (e.g., ETABS, RISA, STAAD) and CAD/BIM tools (e.g., Revit, Tekla Structures, AutoCAD)</li> <li>Strong knowledge of building codes, seismic design, vibration control, and interfaces with MEP systems</li> <li>Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills</li> <li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary coordination efforts on mission-critical facilities, where structural design directly supports stringent uptime, seismic resilience, vibration control, and large load capacity requirements</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and communication with internal and external construction team members</li> </ul> <h3><strong>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Master's degree in Structural Engineering</li> <li>10+ years of experience specifically with large-scale data centers (hyperscale, colocation, or AI compute facilities)</li> <li>Experience managing fast-track projects, design-build delivery, and multidisciplinary teams</li> <li>Familiarity with modular and prefabricated construction techniques</li> <li>Track record of mentoring teams and acting as a subject matter expert</li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:</span></h3> <ul> <li>Ability to travel occasionally (30-50%) for site visits and project support</li> <li>Ability to work extended hours when needed to meet aggressive timelines</li> <li>Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening</li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><em>SpaceXAI is an equal opportunity employer. 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