Senior Ports Civil Engineer

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re not just building projects; we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their projects that shape our world. We have a growing portfolio of projects that make our communities and businesses more sustainable and resilient to the impacts of climate change. Our Ports & Maritime team is seeking a Senior Ports Civil Engineer based in the Philadelphia or NY/NJ area to deliver complex maritime infrastructure development projects from planning through construction and will have exposure to our global portfolio of projects and design resources.

As a Senior Ports Civil Engineer, you’ll lead the planning, design, and coordination of stormwater drainage infrastructure, utilities, grading, paving, and site layout of the upland facilities needed to support various types of maritime infrastructure from container terminals to cruise terminals to waterfront parks. You will work closely with a multi‑disciplinary team of engineers, planners, architects, and scientists to deliver complex projects across the Northeast and Mid‑Atlantic region and beyond.

You will also assist or lead the technical input on proposals and participate in interviews and presentations. Working together, we’ll help you grow and pursue what fulfills you so that we can make impacts on the future - big and small, global and local. You will play a key role in the growth of our Ports and Maritime practice in the US East and beyond.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or related Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Substantial years of experience in the design of utilities, drainage, grading, or paving at port facilities or other site developments
• Experience in the design and design management of waterfront projects and facilities
• Proficient in the use of Auto Desk Civil3D for site development projects
• Ability to work with a team of local and remote multi‑disciplinary engineers, design managers, and subject‑matter experts to deliver projects and proposals
• Ability to manage the successful delivery of contract documents, design basis, technical specifications, and other client deliverables
• Experience contributing to the preparation of technical and cost proposals
• Good communication skills and ability to interface with clients and stakeholders, both internal and external

• Master’s degree in Engineering
• PE in NY/NJ/PA
• Experience in the planning or design of civil and utilities infrastructure at container, cruise, liquid bulk, or dry bulk terminals
• Experience in the layout and design of container yards and associated gate facilities
• Experience in the design and/or construction of heavy‑du‑ty pavements
• Existing client relationships with port authorities and/or other organizations involved in the development of waterfront projects

Our health and welfare benefits invest in you and the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, caregiver leave, and certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $ to $. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.