Sr. Structural Engineer

About the role

Jacobs is seeking a focused and dedicated Senior Structural Engineer for our Milwaukee office. You will work with a network of structural engineers on conventional design and design/build projects for water and wastewater clients, leading the design of pump stations, treatment facilities, and conveyance and storage systems. The role involves developing technical reports, calculations, construction drawings, and specifications with support from local and national experts, while growing your career through networking and internal mentorship programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of water and wastewater pump stations, treatment facilities, and conveyance/storage systems.
• Develop project‑specific technical reports, calculations, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
• Provide construction‑phase support services for the above project types.
• Collaborate within multi‑discipline project teams.
• Mentor junior staff and manage time and budget independently.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a structural engineer.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural engineering emphasis; a Master’s degree in structural engineering is a plus.
• Extensive experience with municipal or industrial water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and conveyance systems (or heavy civil, hydro‑electric, industrial, or mining experience).
• Experience supporting construction phases for the listed project types.
• Proven ability to work in multi‑discipline teams and mentor others.
• Strong independent work ethic with effective time and budget management.

Skills

• Structural design and analysis software: STAAD, TEDDS, SAP2000, RAM Elements, MathCAD.
• Office productivity tools: Microsoft Word, Excel, OneNote, Teams.
• Document review software: BlueBeam.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase at a discount.
• Eligibility for deferred compensation or Executive Deferral Plan.
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Potential merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and additional stock awards.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $130,000 – $185,000, with individual pay determined by work location and factors such as skills, experience, and education.

Schedule

Jacobs offers a hybrid working policy, allowing you to split your work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations, supporting both in‑person collaboration and flexible remote work.

Job posted on February 17, 2026.