Structural Engineer (Civil Works) - Federal

Jacobs; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

PPTO

Holidays

Caregiver leave

Hybrid/remote work

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Structural Engineer specializing in maritime and civil works to lead design teams and coordinate with clients, owners, and contractors across projects such as locks, dams, tidal gates, and piers.

Ideal candidates have a PE license and 10+ years of relevant experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency in major FEA tools. The role offers a hybrid/remote working policy and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• 10+ years of experience designing structures for maritime, civil works and buildings.
• Experience in a multi-disciplined environment.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software: ETABS, RISA, RAM, STAAD, SAP2000, MathCAD.
• Knowledge of IBC, ASCE, UFC, etc.
• US Citizenship

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams through the design process for maritime and civil works.
• Coordinate with clients, owners, and contractors to ensure scope, schedule and budget adherence.
• Build relationships with waterfront ports and maritime engineers across Jacobs.
• Ensure quality of calculations and construction documents.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural/Civil Engineering with structural emphasis

P.E. license

US Citizenship

Strong analytical skills

Strong written and verbal communication

FEA software proficiency

Tools

ETABS

RISA

RAM

STAAD

SAP2000

MathCAD

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 deliver state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure that is changing our world. We push the limits of what’s possible to make the world smarter, more connected, and more sustainable. Become part of our Federal team as a StructuralEngineer specializing in maritime and civil works infrastructure. We are seeking individuals whoare passionate about diversifying their careers and performing structural engineering for a variety of project types including locks and dams, tidal gates and barriers, floodwalls, piers, wharves, pump stations, treatment facilities, as well as conventional designs for buildings, water, and wastewater infrastructure. You’lllead project teams through the design processandinteract directly with clients, owners, and contractors. You’ll be accountable for schedule, scope, budget, and quality of engineering tasks, calculations, and construction documents. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who will build relationships with Civil Worksstaff across Jacobs’ lines of business to coordinate design activities with waterfront ports and maritime engineers on coastal and inland waterways projects. Jacobs offers competitive pay and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications; flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work opportunities; and a team dynamic that encourages knowledge sharing and growth. Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed – today and into tomorrow. #biaffederal

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• ProfessionalEngineer (P.E.) license.
• At least10years’ relevant professional experience designing structures for maritime, civil works, and buildings.
• Experience working in a multi‑disciplined environment.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including presentations.
• Proficiency in structural finite element analysis software (e.g., ETABS, RISA, RAM, STAAD, SAP2000, MathCAD).
• Knowledge of technical codes & standards (IBC, ASCE, UFC, etc.).
• United States Citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’sDegree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis.
• Structural Engineer (S.E.) license.
• Federal design experience for USACE (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers).
• Federal design experience for DoD (Department of Defense) clients.
• Civil Works experience with onsite participation in construction activities.
• Experience leading project teams and mentoring junior staff.
• Experience with BIM 360 and Revit.
• Experience with Navisworks and Bluebeam.

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 $100,000.00 to $140,000.00. 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 31, 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.