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About The Job

Our data center engineering team designs the future of Google's data centers. You'll work on cutting-edge strategies, optimize for efficiency, and drive improvements alongside facilities technicians. You will apply technical expertise to ensure compliance with codes and standards, develop infrastructure improvements, and serve as an expert in your specialty (e.g., cooling, electrical).

In this role, you will be responsible for the technical leadership and management of the Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) design process for Google's mission-critical data center portfolio. You will ensure design quality, constructability, and cost-efficiency by reviewing conceptual designs, developing global CSA design standards, and coordinating with cross-functional internal teams and external Architecture/Engineering firms.

Note: Applications from San Francisco are subject to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. By applying, you may share your preferred working location from: San Francisco, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA; Reston, VA, USA.

Responsibilities

• Review all Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA)-related Basis of Design (BOD) and conceptual designs for constructability, value engineering, and cost with internal teams and external partners.
• Develop and implement CSA standards for Google data centers, including creating and managing Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) master specifications.
• Collaborate with internal groups, Architecture, and Engineering firms to develop strategic plans for greenfield sites, including future expansion strategies.
• Manage design/drafting and coordination across teams to ensure all project documents are drafted according to standards and consistently managed throughout the project life-cycle.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 12 years of experience in the design and construction of mission-critical facilities.
• 5 years of experience utilizing digital design tools such as AutoCAD, REVIT/BIM, and Navisworks.
• 5 years of experience with cross-functional disciplines (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical).
• 5 years of experience in collaborating with external construction management, architecture, and engineering firms.

Preferred qualifications:

• Registered Architect (RA) or Structural Engineer (SE/PE) License.
• Experience in developing and deploying global design standards and specifications for a large, geographically dispersed portfolio.
• Experience in managing design/drafting processes and document control throughout the project life-cycle.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards, including the International Building Code (IBC), LEED, and NFPA 101.
• Excellent executive-level presentations, communication, and teamwork skills.

Google is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you require accommodations, please let us know by completing the Accommodations for Applicants form.

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