Senior Structural Engineer

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Neom; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our NEOM program, providing contractual leadership across a major infrastructure initiative.

You will oversee all structural engineering aspects from detailed design through completion for concrete, precast, steel, and infrastructure, ensuring compliance with codes and client requirements. The role requires at least 10 years of civil/structural experience, strong knowledge of design software, and proven leadership to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of civil/structural engineering experience.
• Experience leading design reviews and technical bid evaluations.
• Proficient in structural analysis software (SAP2000, ETABS, SAFE).

Responsibilities

• Review and validate structural designs and reports for safety and compliance.
• Assess structural analysis outputs with SAP2000, SAFE, ETABS.
• Review and approve material mix designs for concrete, steel, and asphalt.
• Evaluate material testing reports for quality and compliance.
• Lead technical coordination meetings with contractors and stakeholders.
• Mentor engineering teams and manage cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

SAFE

ETABS

Job description

Your impact

At Jacobs, we push the limits of what is possible to make the world smarter and more connected. We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our team at NEOM and provide contractual leadership across a major programme.

About the Opportunity

The Senior Structure Engineer will lead and manage all structural engineering aspects from detailed design through completion for all types of structures (Concrete, Precast elements, Steel structure, Composite structure & Infrastructure), ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements. This role involves reviewing & analyzing design reports & drawings, calculations and providing professional technical solutions & proposals.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate structural and infrastructure designs, including calculations, models, drawings, shop drawings, and technical reports to ensure safety, durability, and compliance.
• Assess structural analysis outputs using engineering software such as SAP2000, SAFE, and ETABS.
• Review and approve material mix designs for concrete, asphalt, and other structural and infrastructure materials.
• Evaluate material testing reports for concrete, reinforcement steel, structural steel, asphalt, and backfill materials to verify quality and compliance.
• Review geotechnical and soil investigation reports to support design validation and construction decisions.
• Provide technical support and problem-solving, including responding to contractor queries and evaluating structural modifications for site conditions.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and local/international codes and regulations.
• Lead technical coordination meetings with contractors and stakeholders to resolve engineering issues and review submissions.
• Coordinate and mentor engineering teams, fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary disciplines and guiding junior staff.
• Manage stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution, communicating technical requirements effectively and delivering practical engineering solutions.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in civil engineering projects.
• Technical Skills:
  Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, codes & standards.
  Strong knowledge of design software.
• Project & Commercial: Scope management, change control, vendor management, technical bid evaluation, cost and risk awareness.
• Behavioral: Leadership, analytical thinking, decision making under uncertainty, communication, stakeholder management, mentoring mindset.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Jacobs. A world where you can. From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.