Mid-Level Structural Engineer - Cities & Places

Jacobs; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Job summary

Jacobs is looking for a passionate Structural Engineer in Boise, ID. In this role, you will handle structural analysis and design for various projects across sectors such as education, healthcare, and data centers.

We value collaboration and provide a hybrid working environment, ensuring that you can deliver optimal results. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to $130,000, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Apply now to be part of a team that is creating innovative solutions for thriving cities and resilient environments.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant professional experience in infrastructure and building-related design projects.
• Ability to perform as a lead structural engineer.
• Experience with US building codes including IBC, ASCE 7, AISC.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for various projects.
• Work closely with multi-disciplined design teams and Senior Project Managers.
• Deliver innovative solutions to clients worldwide.

Skills

Structural design

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Construction support services

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering Registration (P.E.)

Master’s degree in structural engineering

Job description

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

We share a common purpose – to make the world more connected and sustainable. And we’re excited about the innovative ways we can change the world. We design some of the most complex facilities being constructed today from conceptualization through construction support. Project delivery strategies include design/bid/build, design build, and Integrated Project Delivery, and are often highly collaborative with the client, general contractor, and trade partners. The key to our success is our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, team‑oriented work practices, inclusion and diversity, and respect for everyone. If you are up the challenge and interested in turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good, then Jacobs is where you belong.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Structural Engineer in Boise, ID. As a Structural Engineering Professional, part of our Cities and Places team, you will be an integral member of the design team. You will have the opportunity to perform structural analysis and design for a wide range of projects locally, nationally, and around the world. Structural design efforts will include design for manufacturing, education and healthcare facilities, data centers, planning studies, water and wastewater treatment facilities, technical writing and construction drawing and specification production.

Our projects bring innovative solutions to our clients worldwide. You will have the opportunity to grow professionally through challenging projects and working closely with our multi‑disciplined design teams, Senior Project Managers, and our clients. If you are up for the challenge, we have been looking for someone just like you.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineering Registration (P.E.) or ability to obtain.
• Range of 5-10 years relevant professional experience for infrastructure and building‑related design projects.
• Ability to perform as a lead structural engineer.
• Experience working in a multi‑discipline team with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Construction support services experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience with US building codes including IBC, ASCE 7, AISC.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Master’s degree in structural engineering.
• Structural Engineer (S.E.) license.
• Project Management Experience.

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 $85,000.00 to $130,000.00. 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. Job posted on March 19, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We 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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.