Job description
The Senior Bridge Engineer role at Jacobs in Boise, Idaho, focuses on leading transformative transportation structure projects. This position requires a strong connection with clients and the ability to mentor junior engineers while expanding the bridge practice in the region. The engineer will work closely with local transportation departments and agencies to strengthen partnerships and identify new opportunities. This role combines technical expertise with client leadership to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- PE registration
- 15 plus years of bridge design experience including steel girder, prestressed concrete, and earth retaining structures
- Strong working knowledge of AASHTO LRFD design code
- Proficiency in LARSA, Midas, CSi Bridge, or other finite element modeling software
- Experience with other structural design software such as Leap Bridge, Bridge Link, LPile, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships
- Experience working with ITD, LHTAC, and/or Idaho Highway Districts
- Strong leadership and project delivery experience
- Experience supporting or leading proposal development
Responsibilities
- Lead bridge and transportation structure design projects with precision and creativity
- Build and strengthen client relationships, serving as a trusted partner to ITD, LHTAC, and Idaho Highway Districts
- Leverage your network and experience to help grow and develop our Idaho bridge program
- Collaborate with Jacobs teams and partners to pursue and win new work
- Coordinate design activities and meetings with Jacobs staff and subcontractors
- Perform quality reviews and manage budgets and schedules for bridge design tasks
- Mentor junior engineers and CAD staff, fostering a culture of growth and innovation
- Contribute to proposals and strategic pursuits that expand our market presence
- Engage in national design work, bringing your expertise to projects across the country
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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