Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure)

This is a full-time, full-time (40 hours/week), on-site contract role located in Austin, TX.
Summary

This role is a Civil Engineering position focused on end-to-end site development for large-scale data center campuses across multiple U.S. locations.

You will own the civil workstream across a multi-site portfolio, spanning site selection, grading, drainage, utilities, permitting, and construction support. This is an owner/developer-style role where you will lead external consultants and coordinate with geotechnical engineers, contractors, utilities, and local authorities to deliver fully engineered, construction-ready sites for hyperscale infrastructure.

The work is highly execution-driven and involves shaping some of the largest and most complex industrial developments in progress, with significant emphasis on speed, scalability, and risk management.
Our Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years of civil engineering experience in large-scale industrial, infrastructure, or mission-critical project
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuit (expected within 12 months)
• Strong knowledge of grading, earthwork, stormwater management, and site utility design
• Experience with NPDES, FEMA floodplain regulations, and land disturbance permitting
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D; familiarity with GIS tools preferred
• Ability to manage external consultants and coordinate across multidisciplinary teams
• Willingness to travel 20-30% to project sites across the U.S.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in hyperscale data centers, energy infrastructure, or large industrial developmen
• Familiarity with FM Global site requirements
• Exposure to challenging geotechnical conditions (expansive soils, karst, high water table)
• Experience in owner/developer-side delivery environments

Responsibilities

• Lead civil due diligence for greenfield and conversion sites, including topography, drainage, utilities, soils, and environmental constraints
• Identify civil risks, cost drivers, and fatal flaws during site selection and feasibility stages
• Direct geotechnical investigations and interpret subsurface reports to inform design decisions
• Develop and maintain civil basis of design, master specifications, and standard drawings
• Manage external civil engineering consultants from schematic design through IFC deliverables
• Establish grading strategies, earthwork balancing, and mass excavation planning for large campuse
• Coordinate utility routing including water, sewer, stormwater, MV electrical, and roadway infrastructure
• Lead permitting strategy including NPDES, SWPPP, floodplain (CLOMR/LOMR), and environmental approvals
• Interface with state and local agencies, utilities, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance
• Support construction activities through submittals, RFIs, field reviews, and design changes
• Oversee civil closeout, as-builts, and final site acceptance with authorities

Compensation & Benefits

• The base salary for this W-2 position ranges from $72.12-96.15 per hour , depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.
• Medical Coverage: Two United Healthcare plans (PPO and HDHP with HSA), with employer contributions toward premiums; coverage begins the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
• Dental & Vision: United Healthcare dental with 100% preventive care coverage and vision benefits for exams, frames, lenses, or contacts
• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling plus additional wellness and care navigation resources
• Retirement & Savings: 401(k) eligible after 30 days with automatic 6% enrollment (opt-out available), 1% annual increases up to 10%, plus HSA with up to $480 employer contribution
• Voluntary Benefits: Employee-paid accident insurance and critical illness coverage for major health events

Equal Opportunity Statement

Flux Resources values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.