Jacobs
Senior Structural Engineer - Federal Buildings
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Jacobs .
This range is provided by Jacobs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr
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.
Impact We are helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing construction of state‑of‑the‑art facilities that are changing the world.
We are seeking a Structural Engineer (Buildings) to join our Dallas or Fort Worth, Texas office as part of Jacobs Federal Solutions design team. Collaborating with our diverse team of architects and engineers, you’ll design structural systems for a variety of building types including airports, government facilities, mission‑critical facilities, laboratories, and manufacturing facilities. Design criteria may include progressive collapse, blast, seismic retrofit, and other unique loading requirements (e.g., simulator, vehicle, thermal gradient).
The successful candidate will be a self‑motivated licensed professional with at least 12 years of progressive structural engineering experience.
Key Responsibilities
Provide complete design solutions from concept to final design and construction.
Lead and mentor other structural engineers and BIM designers through project execution.
Design and analyze structures to meet project‑specific and code requirements utilizing finite element analysis and hand calculations.
Solve complex, real‑world problems for clients and owners using your professional skills and engineering judgment.
Develop clear and comprehensive calculations, basis of design documents, drawings, and specifications.
Perform construction administration activities including review of submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings; construction walkthroughs; and field fixes.
Coordinate and communicate design solutions with clients and other engineering disciplines – including presentations, reports, studies, design review meetings, and training.
Assist with project planning, cost estimating, proposals, and project management.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and project managers.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis (Master’s degree preferred)
Professional Engineer (PE) license
12+ years of relevant buildings‑related structural design experience
Proficiency with structural design and analysis software (e.g., ETABS, RISA, STAAD.Pro, RAM)
Thorough knowledge of building codes and standards (e.g., IBC, ASCE, AISC, ACI)
Desire to take independent initiative and ownership of work, and an eagerness to learn
Strong written and verbal communication skills
United States citizenship (due to Federal client requirements)
Experienced in design of structures using structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and other industry‑standard materials.
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. 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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
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.
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role at
Jacobs .
This range is provided by Jacobs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr
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.
Impact We are helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing construction of state‑of‑the‑art facilities that are changing the world.
We are seeking a Structural Engineer (Buildings) to join our Dallas or Fort Worth, Texas office as part of Jacobs Federal Solutions design team. Collaborating with our diverse team of architects and engineers, you’ll design structural systems for a variety of building types including airports, government facilities, mission‑critical facilities, laboratories, and manufacturing facilities. Design criteria may include progressive collapse, blast, seismic retrofit, and other unique loading requirements (e.g., simulator, vehicle, thermal gradient).
The successful candidate will be a self‑motivated licensed professional with at least 12 years of progressive structural engineering experience.
Key Responsibilities
Provide complete design solutions from concept to final design and construction.
Lead and mentor other structural engineers and BIM designers through project execution.
Design and analyze structures to meet project‑specific and code requirements utilizing finite element analysis and hand calculations.
Solve complex, real‑world problems for clients and owners using your professional skills and engineering judgment.
Develop clear and comprehensive calculations, basis of design documents, drawings, and specifications.
Perform construction administration activities including review of submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings; construction walkthroughs; and field fixes.
Coordinate and communicate design solutions with clients and other engineering disciplines – including presentations, reports, studies, design review meetings, and training.
Assist with project planning, cost estimating, proposals, and project management.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and project managers.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis (Master’s degree preferred)
Professional Engineer (PE) license
12+ years of relevant buildings‑related structural design experience
Proficiency with structural design and analysis software (e.g., ETABS, RISA, STAAD.Pro, RAM)
Thorough knowledge of building codes and standards (e.g., IBC, ASCE, AISC, ACI)
Desire to take independent initiative and ownership of work, and an eagerness to learn
Strong written and verbal communication skills
United States citizenship (due to Federal client requirements)
Experienced in design of structures using structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and other industry‑standard materials.
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. 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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
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.
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