Structural Engineer

Jacobs; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Orlando, FL is seeking a senior Structural Engineer to join the Cities and Places buildings team. You will lead design and analysis of steel, concrete, and masonry systems, collaborating with Architects and other engineers to deliver code-compliant, high-quality structures.

The role emphasizes mentorship of junior staff, project delivery under senior guidance, and a focus on schedule and budget. A Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and PE are preferred; 8–15 years of experience expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the US or able to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• 8-15 years of relevant structural design experience in vertical building structures (steel, concrete, masonry).
• Proficiency with structural design and analysis software (ETABS/SAP2000, RISA, RAM Suite).
• Proficiency with Revit and BIM coordination.
• Strong knowledge of US building codes and standards (IBC, FBC, ASCE).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and analysis of steel, concrete, and masonry building systems.
• Prepare calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications for a variety of projects.
• Drive structural coordination with architects and other engineering disciplines.
• Contribute to meeting project scope, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Participate in project meetings and oversee with construction administration.
• Lead and mentor junior engineering staff.

Skills

Structural design

Mentoring

Project delivery

Coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

ETABS/SAP2000

RISA

RAM Suite

Revit

BIM coordination

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

At Jacobs,we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing construction of state-of-the-art facilitiesthat are changing the world. Our business reinforces our drive to improve lives and deliver meaningful impact through resilient, forward-thinking infrastructure solutions for communities around the globe.

We are seeking a Structural Engineer to join our Cities and Places buildings team in Orlando, FL. In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced architects and engineers to contribute to the design of structural systems across a diverse portfolio of building types, including local government, commercial, mission-critical environments, advanced facilities, and higher education projects.

As a structural engineer, you will independently execute analysis and design tasks under a senior engineer or lead technical efforts for a team of junior structural engineers. This role will also mentor junior team members, manage all aspects of project delivery on projects, and provide quality control reviews to peers. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, code-compliant designs while balancing scope, schedule, and budget.

What You’ll Do

• Lead structural design and analysis of steel, concrete, and masonry building systems
• Prepare calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications for a variety of projects
• Drive structural coordination with architects and other engineering disciplines
• Contribute to meeting project scope, schedule, and quality objectives
• Participate in project meetings and oversee with construction administration
• Lead and mentor junior engineering staff

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the US or able to obtain within 6 months of employment
• 8-15 years of relevant structural design experience in vertical building structures, including steel, concrete, and masonry
• Proficiency with structural design and analysis software (e.g., ETABS/SAP2000, RISA, RAM Suite)
• Proficiency with Revit and BIM coordination
• Strong knowledge of US building codes and standards (e.g., IBC, FBC, ASCE)
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis
• Demonstrated progressive structural design experience including complex projects
• Experience leading projects and small teams