Structural Bridge Engineer

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase

PPTO

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Bonus potential

Stock

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Reston, VA is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer to work on transportation projects focusing on bridges and other transportation structures.

The role involves technical design, structural analysis, and preparing plans, calculations, specifications. The ideal candidate has a Civil/Structural engineering degree, 2–4 years’ bridge experience, knowledge of VDOT practices, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering required.
• 2–4 years of experience in structural engineering with a focus on bridge design.
• Experience with VDOT and familiarity with their Office Practice Manuals, Stage I and Stage II submissions.
• Ability to produce design documentation, calculations and specifications.
• Working knowledge of CAD systems (MicroStation) and VDOT CADD Compliance Standards.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software (MDX, LEAP Bridge, Larsa).
• Strong understanding of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.

Responsibilities

• Work on transportation projects that focus on bridges and other transportation structures.
• Perform technical bridge design, structural analysis, and prepare plans and specifications.
• Produce design documentation and calculations for submissions.
• Collaborate with project teams and communicate results clearly.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Communication

Teamwork

VDOT familiarity

CAD (MicroStation)

MDX/LEAP/ Larsa

AASHTO LRFD knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

MicroStation CAD

MDX

LEAP Bridge

Larsa

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

If you are ready to bridge the gap between our world and our people, join Jacobs! Let’s build for a brighter future together. Jacobs is much more than just a traditional engineering company.

As a Structural Bridge Engineer and vital member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on transportation projects that focus on bridges and other transportation structure designs. You will serve in a technical role on bridge design projects and perform structural analysis and design for all structural aspects of transportation highway projects on local and national projects.

We’ll look for your knowledge and experience in: Analysis as well as the development of design, plan preparation, specifications, and reports. Inspection may be required on occasion.

The final candidate could be located near our offices in Reston, Richmond or Virginia Beach, VA.

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Here’s what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering
• 2-4 years of experience in structural engineering with a focus on bridge design
• Previous experience working with VDOT, including familiarity with their Office Practice Manuals, Stage I reports, and Stage II requirements for submission.
• Ability to produce design documentation/calculations and specifications.
• Working knowledge of CAD systems, specifically MicroStation to include experience with VDOT CADD Compliance Standards and use of MDLs
• Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., MDX, LEAP Bridge, Larsa)
• A thorough understanding of and practical experience applying the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications to transportation structures
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Ideally you’ll also have:

• Demonstrated experience on various types of bridges, including both concrete and structural steel bridge types
• Experience in both new bridge design as well as maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and preservation.
• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering
• Proven experience with BrIM workflows and OpenBridge Designer (Bentley Systems).
• Active involvement in local engineering societies.

• 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 $80,000.00 to $110,000.00. 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 August 28, 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 .