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Structural Bridge Engineer

Jacobs

Location

Baltimore, MD

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/29/2026

Compensation

$91,400 - $120,000 per year

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

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer to join their Baltimore team, focusing on complex structural engineering tasks related to bridge and transportation structure design. This role involves leading projects and serving as a senior technical expert on both local and nationally-recognized highway and rail projects. The engineer will guide design development and perform advanced structural analysis while mentoring junior engineers. The position emphasizes collaboration with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering, with a Master's degree preferred.
  • A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in bridge design, analysis, and plan development.
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Maryland or able to obtain within 3 months.
  • Experience working with MDOT SHA, MDTA, and MTA, including familiarity with relevant guidelines and procedures.
  • Proficiency in CAD systems, specifically MicroStation, and experience with modeling software such as OpenBridge/OpenRoads Designer.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and perform complex structural analysis and design for highway and rail bridges.
  • Develop and review design plans, technical specifications, calculations, and engineering reports.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
  • Coordinate with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
  • Conduct occasional structural inspections as required.

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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