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Structural Engineer - Federal

Jacobs

Location

Arlington, VA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/18/2026

Compensation

$100,000 - $150,000 per year

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

Job description

The Structural Engineer position at Jacobs in Arlington, VA focuses on designing structural systems for various building types, including airports and government facilities. The role is part of the Federal Buildings & Infrastructure team, where collaboration with architects and engineers is essential. The engineer will be responsible for delivering high-quality, code-compliant designs while managing project scope, schedule, and budget. This position offers opportunities for mentorship and leadership within the team.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in civil engineering with a structural emphasis
  • 5+ years of relevant buildings-related structural design experience
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Proficiency with structural design and analysis software such as ETABS, RISA, or RAM
  • Thorough knowledge of building codes and standards including IBC and ASCE
  • Desire to take independent initiative and ownership of work
  • United States citizenship

Responsibilities

  • Design structural systems for a variety of building types including airports and data centers
  • Independently execute design tasks or lead technical efforts based on experience
  • Mentor team members and manage aspects of project delivery
  • Ensure high-quality, code-compliant designs while balancing scope, schedule, and budget
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts and engage in cross-regional collaboration

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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