Structural Engineer (LSNA-PR)

Jacobs; Carolina (NC); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan and deferred comp

Vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Structural Engineer to design and upgrade building structures, located in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, with a team across North America. You’ll progress from basic to more complex design tasks under mentoring, ensuring schedule adherence and technical quality.

You will utilize STAAD.Pro, Ram Elements, RISA, AutoCAD, and REVIT, bringing strong communication and analytical skills to bear on multi-disciplinary projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with a Structural focus.
• At least 4 years of Structural Engineering Experience.
• Experience in the analysis and design of building structures.
• Engineer in Training (EIT).
• Proficiency in structural analysis software: STAAD.Pro, Ram Elements, RISA.
• AutoCAD drafting and 3D/BIM modeling, REVIT.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for schedule and technical quality of assigned routine engineering tasks.
• Communicate scope and design changes promptly to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across projects.

Skills

communication

analytical thinking

problem-solving

team collaboration

multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Architectural Engineering (Structural focus)

4+ years structural engineering experience

Tools

STAAD.Pro

Ram Elements

RISA

AutoCAD

REVIT

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 not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state‑of‑the‑art facilities that are changing our world.

Join our team as a Structural Engineer who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. This position will be located in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico with team members located across North America. You’ll have the chance to work on projects including the structural design for new state‑of –the art facilities as well as existing structural upgrades. With mentoring and guidance from our technical experts, you’ll be accountable for schedule and technical quality of assigned routine engineering tasks, as you gain familiarity with the client’s expectations, scope, budget and schedule for assigned tasks. You’ll effectively recognize and communicate scope and design changes promptly. Your multi‑discipline, highly interactive team will progress from basic design work assignments to more complicated and involved projects.

Bring your curiosity, talent for multi‑tasking and collaboration, and extreme organizational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelors’ Degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with a Structural focus
• At least 4 years of Structural Engineering Experience
• Experience in the analysis and design of building structures.
• Engineer in Training (EIT)
• STAAD.Pro, Ram Elements, RISA, or other structural analytical software
• AutoCAD drafting and 3D/BIM modeling.
• Autodesk REVIT

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Professional Engineer (PE) preferred, but not required
• Structural Engineering Registration (SE), preferred
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas
• Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi‑disciplinary teams
• Passionate about buildings and construction

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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.

• Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan.
• Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave.
• Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and have the opportunity to receive a performance discretionary bonus.

The base salary range for this position is $72,200.00 to $124,000.00. 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 September 10, 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.