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Structural Engineer (Civil Works) - Federal

Jacobs

Virginia Beach, VA · HybridJobSeen 3w ago

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Virginia Beach, VAHybrid
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Professional Engineer LicenseBachelor's degree

Job overview

Jacobs seeks a Structural Engineer specializing in maritime and civil works infrastructure to lead design teams, coordinate with clients and contractors, and ensure schedule, scope, budget, and quality for projects such as locks, dams, tidal gates, floodwalls, piers, and water treatment facilities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Structural Finite Element Analysis SoftwareTechnical Codes & StandardsBIM 360RevitNavisworksBluebeamAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering With Structural EmphasisProfessional Engineer License10+ Years Relevant Professional Experience Designing Structures for Maritime, Civil Works, and BuildingsUnited States Citizenship

Full job description

At Jacobs, we deliver state-of-the-art infrastructure that is changing our world. We push the limits of what’s possible to make the world smarter, more connected, and more sustainable. Become part of our Federal team as a Structural Engineer specializing in maritime and civil works infrastructure. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about diversifying their careers and performing structural engineering for a variety of project types including locks and dams, tidal gates and barriers, floodwalls, piers, wharves, pump stations, treatment facilities, as well as conventional designs for buildings, water, and wastewater infrastructure. You’ll lead project teams through the design process and interact directly with clients, owners, and contractors.  You’ll be accountable for schedule, scope, budget, and quality of engineering tasks, calculations, and construction documents. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who will build relationships with Civil Worksstaff across Jacobs’ lines of business to coordinate design activities with waterfront ports and maritime engineers on coastal and inland waterways projects. Jacobs offers competitive pay and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications; flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work opportunities; and a team dynamic that encourages knowledge sharing and growth. Design your 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. #biaffederal #LI-IR1

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.

  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

  • At least 10 years’ relevant professional experience designing structures for maritime, civil works, and buildings.

  • Experience working in a multi-disciplined environment.

  • Strong analytical and organizational skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills including presentations.

  • Proficiency in structural finite element analysis software (e.g., ETABS, RISA, RAM, STAAD, SAP2000, MathCAD). • Knowledge of technical codes & standards (IBC, ASCE, UFC, etc.).

  • United States Citizenship.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis.

  • Structural Engineer (S.E.) license.

  • Federal design experience for USACE (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers).

  • Federal design experience for DoD (Department of Defense) clients.

  • Civil Works experience with onsite participation in construction activities.

  • Experience leading project teams and mentoring junior staff.

  • Experience with BIM 360 and Revit.

  • Experience with Navisworks and Bluebeam.

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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