Structural/Civil Engineer
Intersect · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $205,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Design power plants and data centers.
- Optimize site layouts and structural elements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Manage projects from concept to construction.
- Advance energy solutions for planet preservation.
About the role
About Intersect
We’re a team of friends bound together by a mission to preserve our planet for future generations through innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure. Intersect develops, constructs, and operates the most ambitious power and data center infrastructure in the country by co-locating industrial demand with dedicated gas and renewable power generation.
Intersect was acquired by Google in March 2026 and operates as an independent subsidiary. We are developing and constructing multiple gigawatts of energy and data center projects in the U.S., enabling more data center and generation capacity to come online faster. We’re on an aggressive growth trajectory and looking for people hungry to tackle the largest energy challenges on the planet.
Location & Team Gatherings
Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office - we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, TX; and Toronto, ON.
We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.
About This Role
As a Structural / Civil Engineer on Intersect’s Natural Gas Power Plant (NGPP) Engineering team, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of impactful projects. As a key member of a multi-disciplinary team, you will ensure the technical quality and timely delivery of engineering tasks while developing a strong understanding of owner expectations, project scope, budget, and timelines.
You will help advance complex natural gas power plant projects from early feasibility through Issued for Construction (IFC) design. This includes independently owning early-stage civil and structural due diligence, optimizing site layouts, and guiding design elements through key project milestones.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with partners across Engineering and Execution, Development, Real Estate, GIS, Permitting, Construction, Finance, and Operations to ensure technical clarity, aligned decision-making, and strong ownership of deliverables. This position reports to the NGPP Engineering Manager and plays a pivotal role in shaping high-quality, technically robust designs.
Team Overview
The NGPP Engineering & Execution Team serves as Intersect’s civil and structural engineering subject matter experts and project engineers for data center and natural gas power plant projects. The team manages site design from early diligence through IFC and partners closely with EPCs, consultants, and internal stakeholders to drive efficient, constructible, and cost-optimized layouts.
Team members engage in detailed engineering work while applying project management rigor to ensure seamless progression from siting through procurement, construction, and operations. Joining this team means contributing to technical excellence across large-scale power plant projects supporting data center infrastructure.
What You’ll Do
Project Development
- Support project development from concept to completion, identifying and mitigating design, budget, and schedule risks.
Site Design and Management
- Own and manage site layouts, master planning, and site design in coordination with internal and external consultants and EPCs.
Layout Optimization
- Optimize civil site layouts for efficient land use, considering equipment selection, topography, environmental constraints, and permitting requirements.
- Optimize grading plans, including cut and fill analysis and earthwork balancing.
Structural Design
- Develop and review design documentation for structural systems, including concrete, steel, prefabricated structures, and foundations.
- Coordinate with architectural, MEP, geotechnical, and construction teams to ensure alignment with project objectives and standards.
Technical Diligence
- Manage site diligence activities, including stormwater management, utilities coordination, and geotechnical studies.
Procurement and Construction Support
- Provide civil and structural engineering support during engineering and construction execution phases.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering (or equivalent experience).
- 5-8 years of experience in design, project management, or construction within natural gas power, data center, or heavy industrial projects.
- Strong understanding of civil and structural design principles, diligence processes, and EPC construction standards.
- Working knowledge of data center, natural gas power plant, or heavy industrial systems and cost drivers is preferred.
- Experience with foundation design for vibrating equipment, structural steel, reinforced concrete, and geotechnical coordination.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and make sound engineering decisions.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Strong project management capabilities, including managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Bonus Points
- Proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD Civil3D, Bluebeam, Revit, ACC, RISA, RAM, SAP2000, SAFE, or STAAD.
- Familiarity with automated layout tools and geospatial analysis software.
- Experience in grading, stormwater management, and erosion control.
- Experience across all phases of project development, from siting through construction.
- Experience in data center, natural gas power, or renewable energy projects.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license.
Total Rewards
- Total Compensation: $188,500 - $205,400 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus in USD)
- Equity: Beyond your salary, you’ll receive an Equity Grant, giving you a meaningful stake in our parent company.
- Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
- Time to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
- Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning and family care support through Carrot and Maven
- Mental health: Free access to Spring Health, including 5 free therapy and psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
- Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup, free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly company-paid credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical
Intersect maintains a work environment free from discrimination, where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling Intersect's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Intersect does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by and consistent with applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline.
We sometimes use AI-powered note taking tools during interviews to support our team. They're used only for documentation and don't replace human judgment.
Key skills/competency
- Structural Civil Engineer
- Civil Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Site Layout Optimization
- Foundation Design
- Project Management
- Data Center Infrastructure
- Natural Gas Power Plants
- Heavy Industrial Projects
- Engineering Design
Skills & topics
- Structural Engineer
- Civil Engineer
- Power Plant Engineering
- Data Center Design
- Site Layout
- Foundation Design
- Project Management
- Infrastructure Development
- Heavy Industrial
- Engineering
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in civil/structural engineering, power plants, and data centers.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize proficiency in relevant software and design principles.
- Demonstrate project management: Detail your experience managing projects from inception to completion.
- Address collaboration: Provide examples of effective cross-functional teamwork.
- Research Intersect: Understand their mission, innovative energy solutions, and Google acquisition.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for a Structural Civil Engineer at Intersect?
- Intersect offers a fully flexible workplace. While they encourage in-person connections by seeking candidates within 60 miles of their hubs (SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, Denver, Austin, Calgary, Toronto), they support remote work. Team Week experiences four times a year also foster connection.
- What are the primary responsibilities of the Structural Civil Engineer role?
- The Structural Civil Engineer will support project development from concept to completion, optimize civil site layouts and grading plans, develop and review structural design documentation, manage site diligence activities, and provide engineering support during construction phases for natural gas power plants and data centers.
- What qualifications are essential for this Structural Civil Engineer position?
- A Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering (or equivalent experience) and 5-8 years of experience in design, project management, or construction within natural gas power, data center, or heavy industrial projects are essential. Strong understanding of civil/structural design principles and project management capabilities are also required.
- What kind of projects will a Structural Civil Engineer work on at Intersect?
- You will work on a variety of impactful projects, advancing complex natural gas power plant projects from early feasibility through Issued for Construction (IFC) design, and supporting data center infrastructure development.
- What makes Intersect unique as an employer?
- Intersect is on an aggressive growth trajectory, developing ambitious power and data center infrastructure. Acquired by Google in March 2026, it operates as an independent subsidiary with a mission to preserve the planet through innovative energy solutions.
- What is the total compensation for the Structural Civil Engineer role?
- The total compensation for this role ranges from $188,500 to $205,400 USD, which includes base salary and bonus. Additionally, you will receive an Equity Grant in the parent company.
- What benefits does Intersect offer to employees?
- Intersect offers comprehensive benefits including 100% premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision, unlimited PTO, generous parental leave, mental health support through Spring Health and Headspace, and various perks like food stipends, home office setup, and discounts.