Structural Engineering Professional (44978)

Jacobs; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Structural Engineering Professional to perform analysis and design for complex facilities. You’ll work under supervision on structural scope, ensure sound engineering judgments, and maintain high quality.

The role emphasizes ownership, collaboration with peers, and timely delivery on projects worldwide. The position requires a Civil Engineering degree with structural focus, 4+ years’ experience, proficiency in US codes, and competence with Navisworks and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering
• At least 4 years of Structural Engineering experience
• Experience with US building codes (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC)
• Experience with Navisworks and Bluebeam
• Experience designing and analyzing traditional steel and concrete structures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• MS degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering (preferred)
• Experience in semiconductor industrial or general industrial facilities (preferred)
• Experience leading small teams (preferred)
• Professional Engineer License (PE/PEng) (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design under supervision.
• Check calculations and ensure quality.
• Manage workload, meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Lead small teams and improve workflows within structural discipline.

Skills

Structural analysis

Steel & concrete design

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering (Structural)

M.S. Civil Engineering (Structural, desired)

Professional Engineer License (PE/PEng)

Tools

Navisworks

Bluebeam

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

Start your Jacobs 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.

Jacobs is recognized globally as one of the leading design firms for advanced technology industrial projects. We design some of the most complex and specialized facilities being constructed today, including projects for semiconductor manufacturing, data centers, and other state of the art manufacturing facilities. Our services include feasibility studies, long-range planning studies, and the full spectrum of design services from conceptualization through construction support. Project delivery strategies include design/bid/build, design/build, and Integrated Project Delivery, and are often highly collaborative with the client, general contractor, and trade partners. Fast-tracked delivery is standard procedure in today's environment where time to market is critical. We do difficult work for demanding clients, and they come back to us again and again because they know we're the firm who can deliver.

The key to our success is our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, team-oriented work practices, and respect for each individual. Our projects exceed client expectations because each member of the team takes complete ownership not only of their individual scope, but for their teammates’ needs and for the project as a whole. If you are up to the challenge, come be a part of our vibrant, dynamic team and help us deliver world-class designs for industry-leading clients around the globe.

As a Structural Engineering Professional, you will

• Under general supervision, competently perform all conventional aspects of Structural Engineering analysis and design
  • Plan and conduct work requiring judgement in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
  • Exercise sound engineering judgement and problem-solving skills, not hesitating to reach out to others for guidance or confirmation when questions arise.
  • Possess knowledge of principles and practices of lateral analysis and design (wind and seismic), including ability to apply required provisions of the building code.
• Exhibit a high level of attention to detail and quality control
  • Committed to checking your own work, reaching out to peers and seniors for guidance when questions arise.
  • Perform calculation checking of other engineers' work.
• Take responsibility for managing workload, make and keep commitments, and take full ownership of assigned work
  • Take complete ownership of your portion of the structural scope, reliably working to meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
  • You may be given tasks with ill-defined conditions of satisfaction; in which case you will be expected to take the initiative to determine what is needed to meet the project and client needs.
  • Clearly define you own scope and start to develop your ability to forecast level of effort needed to complete that scope.
  • Be ready to identify scope change and elevate it to your Structural Lead.
  • Recognize when help is needed, reaching out to peers and senior engineers for guidance.
  • Work in a timely, accurate, and cost-effective manner with strong attention to detail.
• Develop leadership skills
  • Provide technical guidance, coaching, and/or mentorship to designers/drafters and less experienced engineers.
  • Be proactive in advancing workflows, systems, and tools within the structural discipline. Embrace emerging technologies

If you are up to the challenge, come be a part of our vibrant, dynamic team and help us deliver world-class designs for industry-leading clients around the globe.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering
• At least 4 years of Structural Engineering experience
• Experience with US building codes, including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI and AISC
• Experience with Structural Engineering analysis software, Navisworks and Bluebeam
• Experience designing and analyzing traditional steel and concrete structures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Ideally, you will also have

• MS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering or MS degree in Structural Engineering
• Experience in semi-conductor industrial or general industrial facilities
• Experience leading small teams
• Professional Engineer License (PE/PEng)

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Our health and welfare benefits

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 $69,500.00 to $95,500.00. 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 10, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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