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Structural Engineer/Inspection Team Leader (Bridge and Tunnel)

Jacobs

Location

Wethersfield, CT

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/10/2026

Compensation

$103,600 - $140,000 per year

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

Job description

The Structural Engineer/Inspection Team Leader will be a key member of Jacobs' New England team, focusing on bridge and tunnel inspection projects. This role involves leading inspection teams and ensuring compliance with NBIS and NTIS standards. The engineer will work closely with various clients, including state DOTs, and will have opportunities to assist with bridge design and rehabilitation projects. The position requires a blend of fieldwork and report preparation, contributing to the safety and integrity of transportation structures.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Engineering degree
  • Substantial years of professional project experience on bridge and/or tunnel inspection and design
  • Qualified NBIS team leader for bridge and tunnel inspections
  • Prior completion of FHWA-NHI two week course (Safety Inspection of In-service Bridges)
  • Prior completion of FHWA-NHI tunnel inspection course (Tunnel Safety Inspection)
  • Experience performing NBIS inspection of various types of bridges

Responsibilities

  • Perform inspections per NBIS and NTIS standards serving as a Team Leader.
  • Assist in the scheduling of traffic closures and coordination with DOT personnel.
  • Complete and check bridge inspection reports for timely submission to respective DOTs.
  • Lead inspection teams in the field for tunnel inspections and report action items to DOT.
  • Assist in scheduling inspection work and coordinating equipment rentals.
  • Prepare design documents for tunnel repair and rehabilitation contracts.

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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