Structural Engineering Professional Associate - NE Region

Jacobs; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 91,400 - 125,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock options

Job summary

Jacobs NE Region seeks a Structural Engineering Professional Associate to contribute to concrete and steel design, seismic analysis, and project leadership. You will collaborate with designers, engineers and clients, and help develop design concepts and drawings.

You will mentor junior staff, advance workflows, and ensure compliance with IBC/ASCE 7. Hybrid work is supported in our Northeast operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer License (PE or PEng).
• At least 4 years of Structural Engineering experience.
• Experience with US building codes (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC).
• Experience with structural analysis software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, competently perform all conventional aspects of Structural Engineering analysis and design.
• Plan and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Exercise sound engineering judgment and problem‑solving skills, reaching out for guidance when questions arise.
• Possess knowledge of principles and practices of lateral analysis and design (wind and seismic).
• Exhibit attention to detail and quality control.
• Check your own work and, when necessary, perform calculation checking of other engineers’ work.
• Take responsibility for managing workload and ownership of assigned work.
• Identify scope changes and elevate when appropriate.
• Develop leadership skills by providing technical guidance, coaching, or mentorship to designers/drafters and less experienced engineers.
• Be proactive in advancing workflows, systems, and tools within the structural discipline.

Skills

PE License

Structural Engineering

US Building Codes

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (Structural)

MS in Structural Engineering (preferred)

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.

As a Structural Engineering Professional Associate – NE Region, you will be an integral member of the design team, counted on to perform a significant portion of structural analysis and design for our projects. You will need strong communication and interpersonal skills as you work closely with your Structural Lead, other Structural Engineers and Designers, and other disciplines. You will help develop design concepts, complete the analysis and design, and work with our Designers to get the structural requirements communicated on paper and in the model.

It is expected that you have a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Structural Engineering, knowledge of multiple subject areas, experience with US building codes including seismic provisions, and understand how Structural design integrates with and impacts other disciplines. You will be given as much responsibility as you are willing to take, and your opportunities for career growth will be limited only by your own motivation, capabilities, and attitude.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, competently perform all conventional aspects of Structural Engineering analysis and design.
• Plan and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Exercise sound engineering judgment and problem‑solving skills, reaching 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.
• Check your own work and, when necessary, perform calculation checking of other engineers’ work.
• Take responsibility for managing workload, make and keep commitments, and take full ownership of assigned work.
• Define your own scope and forecast level of effort needed to complete that scope.
• Identify scope change and, if appropriate, elevate it to your Structural Lead.
• Develop leadership skills by providing technical guidance, coaching, or mentorship to designers/drafters and less experienced engineers.
• Be proactive in advancing workflows, systems, and tools within the structural discipline and embrace emerging technologies.

Necessary Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer License (PE or PEng).
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering or an MS degree in Structural Engineering.
• Experience in semiconductor industrial or general industrial facilities.
• Experience leading small teams.

Additional Requirements

• Your home location must be in the Northeast region of the United States.
• Employee must provide internet service as required at home to effectively meet project performance requirements.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about—your health, well‑being, security, and 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. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $91,400.00 to $125,600.00. 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 April 16, 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 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.