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Resident Engineer- Water and Wastewater

Jacobs

Location

New York, NY

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/7/2026

Compensation

$145,000 - $210,000 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 supporting the construction of water and wastewater facilities in the Tri-State area. This position requires a Licensed Resident Engineer who will work closely with project teams to ensure successful project execution. The role emphasizes effective communication and risk management to meet project goals. The team is dedicated to innovative engineering solutions that address critical infrastructure challenges.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
  • Licensed Resident Engineer
  • Substantial years of experience in construction management or resident engineering
  • Professional Engineer License (PE)
  • Fluent in written English
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Knowledge and experience with construction scheduling
  • Physical ability to move around an active construction site

Responsibilities

  • Plan and develop the project while communicating effectively with the project team.
  • Serve as the primary project interface with clients, designers, contractors, and stakeholders.
  • Monitor construction contractor operations for compliance with approved documents.
  • Manage and report on project schedule and budget status.
  • Lead project meetings with engineers, contractors, clients, and stakeholders.
  • Conduct site meetings and oversee field activities for testing and inspection.
  • Participate in project decisions regarding technical approaches and risk management.
  • Conduct constructability reviews and prepare reports prior to construction.
  • Develop client relationships and engage in business development activities.
  • Establish project forecasts, financial reports, and prepare invoices.

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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