Senior Structural Engineer (Civil Works) - Federal
JacobsSenior Structural Engineer (Civil Works) - Federal
JacobsLocation
Houston, TX
Type
Full-time
Posted
6/30/2026
Compensation
$132,900 - $232,600 per year
Job description
The Senior Structural Engineer (Civil Works) role at Jacobs focuses on delivering innovative solutions for Civil Works projects, particularly in addressing water, resiliency, and disaster recovery challenges. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with a team of engineers and technicians, engaging with clients from Federal Civilian and Department of Defense agencies. This position emphasizes the design and management of critical infrastructure such as floodwalls, tidal gates, and pump stations. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that have a lasting impact on communities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture
- At least 7 years of related Civil Works experience
- Professional Licensure, PE or Registered Architect (RA)
- Working knowledge of UFC design codes
- Experience with Civil - Hydraulics & Hydrology studies and infrastructure design
Responsibilities
- Provide award-winning planning, engineering, and architectural design services.
- Coordinate project assignments with engineers and technicians across disciplines.
- Develop solutions for water and disaster recovery challenges.
- Create design packages including plan sets, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Engage with clients and end users in Federal and DoD markets.
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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