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Resident Engineer

Jacobs

Location

Wethersfield, CT

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

$140,000 - $170,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Resident Engineer role at Jacobs focuses on providing critical construction management support for heavy transportation infrastructure projects. The position requires overseeing daily project administration and coordination to ensure projects remain on schedule. The engineer will lead inspection staff and maintain accurate project records while ensuring compliance with construction policies. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and effective communication within a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
  • Licensed Professional Engineer with 8 years of experience, or CCM Certification with 10 years of experience
  • Substantial field inspection experience
  • Substantial supervisory experience
  • Knowledge of CTDOT construction policies and procedures
  • Basic knowledge of CPM scheduling techniques
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

  • Perform daily project administration and coordination for construction projects
  • Lead the inspection staff and review daily inspector reports
  • Handle project correspondence and maintain accurate records
  • Produce estimates and assist with the change order process
  • Review contractor payroll reports and EEO documents

Benefits

  • Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

55

FY2026

Approval rate

98.3%

FY2026

LCA certified

32

FY2026

Entry-level share

18.8%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+57%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-80%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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