Job description
The Structural Bridge Engineer role at Jacobs involves working on a diverse portfolio of new bridge design and rehabilitation projects in Madison, Wisconsin. The engineer will collaborate with experienced professionals and multidisciplinary teams to support state and local transportation clients. This position is ideal for someone with several years of bridge design experience who enjoys solving technical challenges. The role offers opportunities for technical leadership and project ownership while contributing to impactful infrastructure projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
- Minimum of 4 years of professional design experience predominantly in bridges with a focus on DOT projects
- EIT certification with the ability to obtain a PE within 1 year
- Solid understanding of WisDOT practice, procedures, and standards
- Proficiency in bridge design software, such as LEAP Concrete/Bridge and AASHTOWare BrR
- Competency in bridge/highway CADD software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Solid communication and writing skills including technical report writing
Responsibilities
- Work on structural analysis, load rating, design calculations, and plan development for highway bridge projects.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop rehabilitation solutions for bridge structures.
- Take ownership of design tasks and contribute to client solutions.
- Gain experience across the full project lifecycle while building technical depth and project delivery skills.
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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