Jacobs

Overview

At Jacobs, we're transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions as an Intermediate Level Structural Tunnel Engineer. This role involves providing support on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion, contributing to the planning, designing, and constructing of tunnels and other underground structures across the US.

Responsibilities

• Work mostly independently with some support from experienced tunnel-structural engineers.
• Maintain effective communications with the engineering team and clients.
• Perform calculations to design excavation support and linings and shoring systems.
• Prepare design drawings and assist in specifications preparation.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations to present findings and recommendations.
• Review contractor construction submittals.
• Observe and report on construction activities and ground conditions during construction.
• Perform field investigation as needed by the project.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in structural engineering.
• Professional Engineer license.
• 5 to 10 years’ working experience as structural engineer, primarily engaged in structural design activities.
• Previous structural design experience on tunnels and underground structures is an asset, though not a requirement.
• 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 expertise in structural analysis and design software such as SAP2000, STAAD, spColumn.
• Proficiency in the interpretation and application of ACI-318; AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications; ASCE 7 Minimum Design Loads.
• Additional experience with AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code; AREMA is preferred.
• Willingness to perform periodic visits to construction sites after being trained for site-specific safety requirements.
• CAD skills including AutoCAD, Civil3D, and possibly MicroStation.
• BIM skills such as Autodesk Revit or Bentley Systems equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Other software skills required include Microsoft Office (particularly MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Other software skills preferred include ArcGIS, GoogleEarth, Matlab.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO