Entry Level Structural Engineer

Jacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and resilient environments. They are seeking an Entry Level Structural Tunnel Engineer to support their tunnel engineering team in designing and constructing tunnels and underground structures across the US. The role involves working under the supervision of experienced engineers, performing calculations, preparing design drawings, and maintaining communication with the engineering team and clients.

Responsibilities

• Works under supervision of experienced tunnel engineers
• Maintains effective communications with the engineering team and clients
• Performs calculations to design excavation support and linings and shoring systems
• Prepares design drawings and assist in specifications preparation
• Prepares technical reports and presentations to present findings and recommendations
• Reviews contractor construction submittals
• Observes and reports on construction activities and ground conditions during construction
• Performs field investigation as needed by the project

Skills

• Master's degree in structural engineering
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Hybrid position – minimum 2 days in Jacobs' office, preferably reporting to either our New York, New Jersey, or Boston office
• Skilled in structural analysis and design, including experience using structural analysis and design software such as SAP2000, STAAD, spColumn
• Proficiency in the interpretation and application of the following structural engineering codes and standards is a requirement ACI-318; AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications; ASCE 7 Minimum Design Loads
• Willingness to perform periodic visits to construction sites (after being trained for site-specific safety requirements)
• On track to obtain Professional Engineer license (e.g., already obtained Engineering-in-Training, on-track to obtain PE within 3 to 4 years)
• CAD skills including AutoCAD, Civil3D, and possibly MicroStation
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken
• Other software skills required include Microsoft Office (particularly MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Additional experience with the following structural codes and standards is preferred AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code; AREMA
• BIM skills such as Autodesk Revit or Bentley Systems equivalent preferred. Experience with Bentley Systems OpenTunnel would be an asset, though not required
• Other software skills preferred include ArcGIS, GoogleEarth, Matlab

Benefits

• Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• A 401(k) plan
• 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
• Caregiver leave
• Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock
• Hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations

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