Tunnel Structural Engineer

About the role

You will impact the world around you by helping us solve real-life challenges. You will provide support to our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion as you bring fresh ideas to the table. You'll work alongside professional engineers, scientists, and designers while gaining exposure to project coordination, relevant computer-assisted engineering software, data collection and so much more. The successful candidate will become part of Jacobs' tunnel engineering team working on planning, designing, and constructing tunnels and other underground structures across the US. This position offers the opportunity to grow personally and professionally with each project. Jacobs' Northeast tunnel group designs underground projects and supports construction.

Recent projects and roles include

• Design and consulting for major US infrastructure projects, including both new infrastructure and upgrades to existing critical infrastructure
• Design of precast and cast-in-place reinforced concrete linings for tunnels and underground structures (e.g., shafts, caverns, basements, vaults)
• Design of interior structures (slabs, walls, duct banks) and structural connections (various equipment) for tunnels and underground structures
• Construction phase support for major tunnel construction projects

Responsibilities

• Works mostly independently with some support from experienced tunnel-structural 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

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
• 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

Skills

• 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 the following structural engineering codes and standards: 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)
• 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)

Qualifications

• Previous structural design experience on tunnels and underground structures is an asset, though not a requirement
• 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

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan
• 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

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $85,000.00 to $125,400.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.