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Structural Engineer

Jacobs

Location

Arlington, VA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/30/2026

Compensation

$120,000 - $170,000 per year

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

Job description

The Structural Engineer will join the Federal Buildings & Infrastructure team in Arlington, VA, focusing on designing structural systems for various building types, including airports and data centers. This role involves collaboration with architects and engineers to deliver state-of-the-art facilities. The engineer will lead technical efforts, mentor junior staff, and manage project delivery from concept to completion. The position emphasizes quality control, interdisciplinary coordination, and establishing design standards across offices.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in civil engineering with a structural emphasis
  • 8+ 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
  • Experience leading project teams and mentoring junior staff
  • Experience with construction support services
  • Demonstrated independent initiative and ownership of work
  • United States citizenship

Responsibilities

  • Design structural systems for a variety of building types including airports and government facilities
  • Lead technical efforts and manage project delivery while balancing scope, schedule, and budget
  • Mentor team members and provide guidance on structural design
  • Participate in quality control and interdisciplinary coordination reviews
  • Conduct value engineering studies and help establish design standards

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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