Lead Structural Engineer – Industrial & Seismic Design

Jacobs; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

PPTO

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs in Louisville, KY is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer to join the design team, performing analysis, design, and coordination with other disciplines to deliver safe, code-compliant structures for high-profile facilities. You will mentor designers, manage scope and schedule, and occasionally stamp drawings.

The role requires a PE license, a BS in Civil Engineering, and at least four years of structural experience under US codes like IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, and AISC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the U.S.
• Minimum 4 years of structural engineering experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with US building codes (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC).

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of structural engineers and designers on projects.
• Develop calculations, specifications, drawings, and structural models.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and manage scope, schedule, and budget.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Ensure compliance with seismic provisions and applicable codes.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Seismic design knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

STAAD

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Job description

Jacobs in Louisville, KY is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer to join the design team, performing analysis, design, and coordination with other disciplines to deliver safe, code-compliant structures for high-profile facilities. You will mentor designers, manage scope and schedule, and occasionally stamp drawings.

The role requires a PE license, a BS in Civil Engineering, and at least four years of structural experience under US codes like IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, and AISC.