Mid-Level Dam, Hydropower, and Hydraulic Structures Engineer
JacobsMid-Level Dam, Hydropower, and Hydraulic Structures Engineer
JacobsLocation
Corvallis, OR
Type
Full-time
Posted
10/24/2026
Compensation
$85,000 - $171,000 per year
Job description
Jacobs is seeking a Mid-Level Dam and Hydropower Engineer to join their Northwest team, focusing on the delivery of dams, hydropower, and hydraulic structures projects. The role involves collaborating with experts in various water control features and leading multidisciplinary teams through complex projects. This position emphasizes stakeholder engagement and balancing technical excellence with environmental stewardship. The engineer will also support business development and may serve in various project management roles.
Requirements
- Familiarity with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (USBR), FERC, and industry guidance related to dams and hydropower facilities.
- Experience performing structural steel design and stress analysis for hydraulic steel structures.
- Demonstrated track record performing technical work and/or design management for complex projects.
- Proficient experience in dam, hydropower, and fisheries related engineering as a project manager or discipline lead.
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline such as Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Lead multidisciplinary teams through high visibility projects.
- Collaborate with communities, resource agencies, and local organizations for stakeholder engagement.
- Guide teams of engineers and planners through planning and design phases.
- Support business development efforts and serve as Project Engineer or Design Manager.
- Mentor staff and shape project strategies to drive technical excellence.
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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