Entry Level Structural Engineer

At Jacobs, we're transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today. As an Entry Level Structural Tunnel Engineer with our team in Boston or New York Metro Area, you will too. You'll impact the world around you by helping us solve real-life challenges. YOU are the future of our company. We'll rely on you to provide support to our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion as you bring fresh ideas to the table.

You'll work alongside professional engineers, scientists, and designers while gaining exposure to project coordination, relevant computer-assisted engineering software, data collection and so much more. Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. The successful candidate(s) will become part of Jacobs' tunnel engineering team working on planning, designing, and constructing tunnels and other underground structures across the US.

This position offers the opportunity to grow personally and professionally with each project. Jacobs' Northeast tunnel group designs underground projects and supports construction. Recent projects and roles include:

-    Design and construction of tunnels and caverns by TBM, drill and blast, and SEM methods.

-    Design of microtunnels and EPB TBM tunnels.

-    Design and consulting for major upgrade to major US infrastructure projects.

-    Engineering support for major tunnel construction projects.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

  

-    Works under supervision of experienced tunnel engineers.

-    Maintains effective communications with the engineering team and clients.

-    Performs calculations to design excavation support and linings and shoring systems.

-    Prepares design drawings and assist in specifications preparation.

-    Prepares technical reports and presentations to present findings and recommendations.

-    Reviews contractor construction submittals.

-    Observes and reports on construction activities and ground conditions during construction.

-    Performs field investigation as needed by the project.

-    Master's degree in structural engineering

-    Eligible to work in the United States

-    Hybrid position - minimum 2 days in Jacobs' office, preferably reporting to either our New York, New Jersey, or Boston office.

-    Skilled in structural analysis and design, including experience using structural analysis and design software such as SAP
2000, STAAD, sp Column,

-    Proficiency in the interpretation and application of the following structural engineering codes and standards is a requirement: ACI-318; AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications; ASCE 7 Minimum Design Loads.

-    Additional experience with the following structural codes and standards is preferred: AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code; AREMA.

-    Willingness to perform periodic visits to construction sites (after being trained for site-specific safety requirements).

-    On track to obtain Professional Engineer license (e.g., already obtained Engineering-in-Training, on-track to obtain PE within 3 to 4 years).

-    CAD skills including AutoCAD, Civil3D, and possibly Micro Station.

-    BIM skills such as Autodesk Revit or Bentley Systems equivalent preferred.

Experience with Bentley Systems Open Tunnel would be an asset, though not required.

-    Strong communication skills, both written and spoken

-    Other software skills required include:
Microsoft Office (particularly MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint).

-    Other software skills preferred include:
ArcGIS, Google Earth, Matlab

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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