Lead Structural Seismic Engineer - EOR & Mentor

Jacobs; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Company stock purchase

Unlimited PPTO

Seven paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a California-licensed Structural Engineer (SE) to lead seismic engineering and complex vertical-building projects across California. The role offers leadership duties, mentorship, and opportunities to influence Jacobs’ structural practice regionally.

Hybrid position requiring regular office attendance in California and travel for client meetings, pursuits, and project activities. You’ll advance technical standards and support development of engineers while delivering

Qualifications

• Licensed California Structural Engineer (SE) license.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience focused on vertical building projects.
• Experience as Engineer of Record and technical lead for complex projects.
• Proficient with CBC, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI.
• Proficient with ETABS, SAP2000, PERFORM-3D, RAM, SAFE.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis, design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of complex building projects.
• Act as Engineer of Record for major building projects through planning, design, construction, and project delivery.
• Prepare and review calculations, specifications, reports, and construction documents.
• Mentor engineers and designers while promoting technical excellence.
• Collaborate with architects, owners, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support client development, pursuits, proposals, and technical presentations.
• Serve as a technical leader for seismic engineering, performance-based design, and resiliency initiatives.
• Perform advanced linear and nonlinear analysis using industry-leading tools.
• Lead ASCE 41 seismic evaluations and retrofit designs.

Skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Communication skills

Education

Master of Science in Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

PERFORM-3D

RAM

SAFE

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a California-licensed Structural Engineer (SE) to lead seismic engineering and complex vertical-building projects across California. The role offers leadership duties, mentorship, and opportunities to influence Jacobs’ structural practice regionally.

Hybrid position requiring regular office attendance in California and travel for client meetings, pursuits, and project activities. You’ll advance technical standards and support development of engineers while delivering