Structural Engineer (LSNA-PR)

Jacobs; Guaynabo (PR); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Deferred compensation plan

Executive Deferral Plan

Vacation 17 days/year

7 paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Bonus potential

Job summary

Jacobs in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, seeks a Structural Engineer to design/build state‑of‑the‑art facilities. You’ll work with a multi‑disciplinary team across North America, contributing to structural upgrades and new builds, and growing under technical mentorship.

The role emphasizes schedule, quality, and scope management, with a path toward advanced design challenges. Hybrid work is supported to balance office and project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/architectural engineering with structural focus.
• Experience in analysis and design of building structures.
• EIT credential and IT familiarity with structural software.

Responsibilities

• Account for schedule and technical quality of routine engineering tasks.
• Communicate scope and design changes promptly.
• Learn from mentoring from technical experts and grow skills.
• Progress from basic design work to more complex projects.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Fast learner

Problem solving

Education

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

Engineer In Training (EIT)

Professional Engineer (PE) preferred

Tools

STAAD.Pro

Ram Elements

RISA

AutoCAD drafting

Autodesk 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.

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.