{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a2eb71ff8acdfaefca24c697","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a2eb71ff8acdfaefca24c697","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a2eb71ff8acdfaefca24c697","title":"Senior Structural Engineer","description":"Location\nLos Angeles, California, United States\nCapabilities\nCivil and Structural\nOffice Setup\nHybrid\nJob ID\n#44278\nIndustry\nCities & Places\n\nAt Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.\n\nYour impact\n\nJoin Jacobs and help shape the future of resilient buildings across California. We are seeking an accomplished California-licensed Structural Engineer (SE) who is recognized for technical excellence in seismic engineering, advanced structural analysis, and facility resiliency in the vertical buildings market. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex structural projects, serve as Engineer of Record, mentor future leaders, and influence the continued growth of Jacobs’ structural practice throughout California and the Western United States.\n\nPlease note: This is a hybrid position requiring regular attendance in a Jacobs office and travel throughout California for client meetings, pursuits, and project activities.\n\nWhat You Will Do\n\nLead structural analysis, design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of complex building projects.\nAct as Engineer of Record for major building projects through planning, design, construction, and project delivery.\nPrepare and review calculations, specifications, reports, and construction documents.\nMentor engineers and designers while promoting technical excellence.\nCollaborate with architects, owners, and multidisciplinary teams.\nSupport client development, pursuits, proposals, and technical presentations.\nServe as a technical leader for seismic engineering, performance-based design, and resiliency initiatives.\nPerform advanced linear and nonlinear analysis using industry-leading tools.\nLead ASCE 41 seismic evaluations and retrofit designs.\n\nTechnical Leadership Opportunity\n\nHelp shape Jacobs’ structural engineering practice across California.\nServe as a recognized technical resource for complex seismic challenges.\nContribute to technical standards, innovation initiatives, and engineering excellence programs.\nSupport development of future technical leaders and high-performing teams.\nHere's what you'll need\nCalifornia Structural Engineer (SE) license.\nCalifornia Professional Engineer (PE) license.\nMaster of Science in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis.\n10+ years of structural engineering experience focused on vertical building projects.\nExperience serving as Engineer of Record and technical lead for complex projects.\nDemonstrated expertise in CBC, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, and California seismic requirements.\nExperience with performance-based seismic design, advanced dynamic analysis, nonlinear analysis, ASCE 41 evaluations, seismic retrofit, and existing building assessments.\nProficiency with ETABS, SAP2000, PERFORM-3D, RAM, SAFE, or similar platforms.\nStrong leadership, client engagement, and communication skills.\n\nIdeally, You’ll Also Have:\n\nExperience with healthcare, higher education, civic, essential facilities, mission-critical, advanced technology, and adaptive reuse projects.\nLeadership in SEAOC, EERI, NCSEA, ACI, ASCE SEI, or similar organizations.\nExperience with peer-reviewed performance-based design projects.\nContributions to technical committees, publications, presentations, or code development.\n\n#LI-NW2\n\nPosted Salary Range: Minimum\n142,200.00\nPosted Salary Range: Upper\n222,150.00\n\nOur health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.\n\nThe base salary range for this position is $142,200.00 to $222,150.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.\n\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 25, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.\n\nWe value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.\n\nYour application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. 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We are seeking an accomplished California-licensed Structural Engineer (SE) who is recognized for technical excellence in seismic engineering, advanced structural analysis, and facility resiliency in the vertical buildings market. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex structural projects, serve as Engineer of Record, mentor future leaders, and influence the continued growth of Jacobs’ structural practice throughout California and the Western United States.\n\nPlease note: This is a hybrid position requiring regular attendance in a Jacobs office and travel throughout California for client meetings, pursuits, and project activities.\n\nWhat You Will Do\n\nLead structural analysis, design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of complex building projects.\nAct as Engineer of Record for major building projects through planning, design, construction, and project delivery.\nPrepare and review calculations, specifications, reports, and construction documents.\nMentor engineers and designers while promoting technical excellence.\nCollaborate with architects, owners, and multidisciplinary teams.\nSupport client development, pursuits, proposals, and technical presentations.\nServe as a technical leader for seismic engineering, performance-based design, and resiliency initiatives.\nPerform advanced linear and nonlinear analysis using industry-leading tools.\nLead ASCE 41 seismic evaluations and retrofit designs.\n\nTechnical Leadership Opportunity\n\nHelp shape Jacobs’ structural engineering practice across California.\nServe as a recognized technical resource for complex seismic challenges.\nContribute to technical standards, innovation initiatives, and engineering excellence programs.\nSupport development of future technical leaders and high-performing teams.\nHere's what you'll need\nCalifornia Structural Engineer (SE) license.\nCalifornia Professional Engineer (PE) license.\nMaster of Science in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis.\n10+ years of structural engineering experience focused on vertical building projects.\nExperience serving as Engineer of Record and technical lead for complex projects.\nDemonstrated expertise in CBC, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, and California seismic requirements.\nExperience with performance-based seismic design, advanced dynamic analysis, nonlinear analysis, ASCE 41 evaluations, seismic retrofit, and existing building assessments.\nProficiency with ETABS, SAP2000, PERFORM-3D, RAM, SAFE, or similar platforms.\nStrong leadership, client engagement, and communication skills.\n\nIdeally, You’ll Also Have:\n\nExperience with healthcare, higher education, civic, essential facilities, mission-critical, advanced technology, and adaptive reuse projects.\nLeadership in SEAOC, EERI, NCSEA, ACI, ASCE SEI, or similar organizations.\nExperience with peer-reviewed performance-based design projects.\nContributions to technical committees, publications, presentations, or code development.\n\n#LI-NW2\n\nPosted Salary Range: Minimum\n142,200.00\nPosted Salary Range: Upper\n222,150.00\n\nOur health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.\n\nThe base salary range for this position is $142,200.00 to $222,150.00. 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