Entry-Level Structural Engineer

At 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. Your impact As a Structural Engineering Professional, you will be starting your journey to becoming an integral member of the design team counted on to assist in the performance of Structural analysis and design for our projects. You will need strong communication and interpersonal skills as you work closely with your Structural Lead, Structural Engineers, Structural Designers, and other disciplines. As part of this team, you will perform increasingly complex calculations and analysis as the structural design is developed and learn to work with our Structural Designers to get the structural requirements communicated on design documents and in the model. Your home location must be in USA Southeast Region (AL, AR, DE, FL, GA, KS, KY, LA, MD, MO, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV) In this role, you will be working to develop a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Structural Engineering, gain experience in multiple subject areas, and learn how Structural design integrates with and impacts other disciplines. You will be given as much responsibility as you are willing to take, and your opportunities for career growth will be limited only by your own motivation, capabilities, and attitude. Duties and Responsibilities Under close supervision, competently perform conventional aspects of Structural Engineering analysis and design With guidance and direction, develop judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria Develop engineering judgement and problem‑solving skills, not hesitating to reach out to others for guidance or confirmation when questions arise Develop knowledge of principles and practices of lateral analysis and design (wind and seismic), including ability to apply required provisions of the building code Exhibit a high level of attention to detail and quality control, being committed to checking your own work and reaching out to peers and seniors for guidance when questions arise Take responsibility for managing workload, make and keep commitments, and take full ownership of assigned work Take complete ownership of your portion of the structural scope, reliably working to meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements You may be given tasks with ill‑defined conditions of satisfaction, in which case you will be expected to take the initiative to determine what is needed to meet the project and client needs Recognize when help is needed, reaching out to peers and senior engineers for guidance Work in a timely, accurate, and cost‑effective manner with strong attention to detail Here's what you'll need Bachelors of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, or Civil with a emphasis in Structural or similar degree Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Ideally, you will have MS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering or MS degree in Structural Engineering Experience with US building codes including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI and AISC Experience with Structural Engineering analysis software, Navisworks and Bluebeam Experience designing and analyzing traditional steel and concrete structures Our 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. The base salary range for this position is $58,656.00 to $88,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr