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Civil Engineer

xAI· Data Center
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Memphis, TNFull-timePosted 5mo ago

About the role

Civil Engineer to lead civil and site development design and delivery of hyperscale data center campuses and co-located power generation facilities, focusing on resilient, high-performance civil infrastructure for ultra-dense AI compute and rapid deployment.

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end civil and land development engineering for hyperscale data center campuses, power generation sites, turbine support areas, transformer yards, and industrial infrastructure — delivering complete site grading, stormwater management, underground utilities, and environmental compliance solutions on aggressive schedules.
  • Lead detailed hydrology and hydraulics (H&H) analysis, floodplain modeling & analysis, stormwater design, retention/detention systems, and flood mitigation strategies for large-scale industrial sites.
  • Design and optimize land development plans, including earthwork calculations, site grading, erosion/sediment control, cut/fill balancing, and foundation preparation for heavy industrial loads in data centers, power plants, and related environments.
  • Perform advanced floodplain modeling, environmental assessments, regulatory permitting, and sustainability evaluations to ensure resilient and compliant site infrastructure.
  • Drive cross-functional multidisciplinary coordination with structural, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, and construction teams to integrate civil systems with foundations, power distribution, turbine infrastructure, underground utilities, and overall campus layouts.
  • Provide expert civil input during site selection, geotechnical investigations, feasibility studies, and due diligence for data center and power generation projects, with particular focus on environmental constraints, floodplain risks, underground utilities, and industrial site challenges.
  • Deliver rapid, high-quality responses to RFIs, submittals, and field inquiries while maintaining rigorous documentation and design intent.
  • Conduct site visits and construction observations to verify earthwork, grading, drainage installation, underground utility placement, erosion control measures, and overall quality.
  • Identify and implement innovative solutions in sustainable land development, low-impact development, advanced H&H modeling, floodplain resilience, and efficient underground utility networks to support SpaceXSI's growth.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of SpaceXSI's civil design standards and best practices for mission-critical facilities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred; additional certifications (e.g., Certified Floodplain Manager) a plus.
  • 5+ years of progressive civil engineering experience with a proven track record on data centers, semiconductor fabs, power plants, heavy industrial, or mission-critical facilities.
  • Experience in land development, hydrology & hydraulics (H&H), floodplain modeling & analysis, stormwater management, underground utilities, and environmental compliance for large-scale industrial projects.
  • Experience in cross-functional multidisciplinary coordination in fast-paced industrial environments.
  • Experience delivering complex projects with speed and high quality in fast-moving environments.
  • Proficiency with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, ArcGIS, and BIM/GIS workflows; advanced floodplain and hydraulic modeling experience.
  • Knowledge of IBC, ASCE, EPA, local stormwater regulations, floodplain management standards, and best practices for data centers and power generation infrastructure.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with structural, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, and construction teams.
  • Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Skills

Required:Professional Engineer (PE) licensureHyperscale/data center civil designHydrology & hydraulics (H&H)Civil 3D / AutoCADUnderground utilities design

Benefits

  • Equal opportunity employer
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Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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