Structural Engineering Professional Associate - NW Region
About the role
Start your Jacobs 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. Jacobs is recognized globally as one of the leading design firms for advanced technology industrial projects. We design some of the most complex and specialized facilities being constructed today, including projects for semiconductor manufacturing, data centers, and other state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities.
Our services include feasibility studies, long-range planning studies, and the full spectrum of design services from conceptualization through construction support. Project delivery strategies include design/bid/build, design/build, and Integrated Project Delivery, and are often highly collaborative with the client, general contractor, and trade partners. Fast-tracked delivery is standard procedure in today's environment where time to market is critical.
As a Structural Engineering Professional Associate in the Northwest region, you will be an integral member of the design team, performing a significant portion of structural analysis and design for our projects. You will work closely with your Structural Lead, other Structural Engineers and Designers, and other disciplines to develop design concepts, complete the analysis and design, and communicate structural requirements.
Responsibilities
- Competently perform all conventional aspects of Structural Engineering analysis and design under general supervision.
- Plan and conduct work requiring judgement in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
- Exercise sound engineering judgement and problem-solving skills, seeking guidance when questions arise.
- Apply knowledge of lateral analysis and design (wind and seismic) and relevant building code provisions.
- Exhibit a high level of attention to detail and quality control, checking your own work and that of other engineers.
- Take responsibility for managing workload, meeting commitments, and owning your portion of the structural scope.
- Work effectively under ill-defined conditions, taking initiative to determine project and client needs.
- Define your scope and forecast the level of effort required, identifying and escalating scope changes.
- Recognize when help is needed and proactively seek guidance from peers and senior engineers.
- Work in a timely, accurate, and cost-effective manner.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to designers/drafters and less experienced engineers.
- Advance workflows, systems, and tools within the structural discipline, embracing emerging technologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering.
- Professional Engineer License (PE or PEng).
- At least 4 years of Structural Engineering experience.
- Experience with US building codes, including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, and AISC.
- Experience with Structural Engineering analysis software, Navisworks, and Bluebeam.
- Experience designing and analyzing traditional steel and concrete structures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Home location must be in the Northwest region of the US (AK, ID, MT, OR, WA, or WY) or Canada.
- Reliable internet service at home to meet project performance requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- MS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering or MS degree in Structural Engineering.
- Experience in semiconductor industrial or general industrial facilities.
- Experience leading small teams.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount.
- Deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan for eligible employees.
- Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
- Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
- Additional rewards for eligible roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.
Pay
The base salary range for this position is $91,400.00 to $125,600.00. Individual pay within this range is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schedule
Hybrid working policy allowing employees to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.