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Senior Civil Engineer (Federal Site Development)

Jacobs

Location

St. Louis, MO

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/29/2026

Compensation

$102,900 - $180,100 per year

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

Job description

The Senior Civil Engineer will lead the planning, design, and production of civil engineering deliverables for Federal site development projects. This role requires strong technical expertise in site development, grading, drainage, utility design, and stormwater management. The engineer will serve as a technical leader and Designer of Record, ensuring project quality and timely execution while mentoring junior staff. This position supports various U.S. Department of Defense and Federal Civilian agencies and operates in a hybrid work environment.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) is mandatory.
  • A Professional Engineer (PE) license is necessary.
  • At least 10 years of civil site development design experience is required.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential.
  • Experience with grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, and site design is needed.
  • Strong understanding of municipal codes, permitting requirements, and industry design standards is expected.
  • Experience in preparing technical specifications and construction documents is required.
  • Experience supporting construction administration activities, including RFIs and submittals, is necessary.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff and lead design efforts is essential.
  • Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Lead civil site development design from concept through construction.
  • Develop civil engineering plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  • Perform site layout, utility, roadway, grading, drainage, and pavement design.
  • Complete hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, including stormwater detention and water quality design.
  • Design storm drainage systems, detention ponds, erosion and sediment control measures, and utility infrastructure.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, reports, technical studies, and project specifications.
  • Research and apply applicable municipal, state, federal, and project-specific regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate designs with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection disciplines.
  • Serve as Designer of Record (DOR) and seal construction documents as required.
  • Manage discipline budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
  • Perform quality control reviews and ensure compliance with company and client standards.
  • Present technical solutions and findings to clients and project stakeholders.
  • Execute complex and non-routine assignments with minimal supervision.
  • Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs).
  • Review contractor submittals and shop drawings.
  • Support change order evaluations and construction-phase services.
  • Conduct field investigations and site observations as required.
  • Coordinate with survey teams and oversee topographic and utility surveying efforts when necessary.
  • Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers.
  • Provide ongoing technical guidance and quality reviews.
  • Support staff growth through training and project coaching.
  • Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing within the civil engineering team.

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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