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Senior Engineer Diver/Project Manager

Jacobs

Location

New York, NY

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/10/2026

Compensation

$100,000 - $170,000 per year

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

Job description

The Senior Engineer Diver/Project Manager role at Jacobs is focused on leading projects within the Ports & Maritime Team. This position is ideal for candidates with extensive experience as engineer divers who are eager to contribute to a top-rated global practice. The role involves working collaboratively with structural engineers and managing field inspection teams. Candidates will have the opportunity to support contracts with the US Navy and other global clients while being based in or relocating to New York City.

Requirements

  • Substantial years of progressive experience as an Engineer Diver
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or college
  • Experience leading above and underwater inspections of waterfront structures and/or bridges
  • Experience designing and analyzing waterfront structures
  • Professional Engineer License
  • Commercial Diving Experience and ADCI Certification
  • Exceptional writing and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects independently
  • Project management and structural design experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

  • Interface with clients and project stakeholders
  • Lead field inspection teams with strong communication skills
  • Work collaboratively with structural engineers and CAD technicians
  • Solve engineering problems and challenges
  • Direct project tasks and manage projects
  • Participate in client presentations and proposal efforts

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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