Senior Bridge Engineer

Senior Bridge Engineer – Northwest Bridge Team

Base pay range: $162,000 – $300,000 per year.

As a pivotal member of Jacobs’ Northwest Bridge Team, you will lead bridge projects across the Northwest and nationwide, with a focus on precast segmental and complex bridge design and construction. You will work within a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary environment, applying advanced engineering knowledge and project leadership to deliver high‑quality transportation solutions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Washington PE registration or the ability to obtain registration within one year
• At least 15 years of bridge engineering experience, including substantial precast segmental and complex bridge final design through construction
• Experience on large, multidisciplinary transit and roadway bridge design projects
• Proficiency with various structure types, including precast concrete girders, precast segmental bridges (balanced cantilever and span‑by‑span), and other complex bridges
• Project management and leadership experience
• Strong written and oral communication skills and a team‑oriented attitude
• In‑depth technical knowledge of bridge design standards (AASHTO LRFD, state‑specific guidelines, design in high seismic areas and deep liquefaction)
• Familiarity with FHWA requirements and guidelines
• Willingness to travel occasionally

• Master’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Washington SE registration or the ability to obtain registration within one year
• Existing relationships with WSDOT, Sound Transit, or other relevant agencies
• Multi‑faceted experience, including public‑sector project involvement
• At least 20 years of bridge and structural engineering experience, with substantial segmental and complex bridge design and construction, and leadership of design teams
• Alternative delivery project experience (Design‑Build, Progress Design‑Build, Construction Manager/General Contractor)
• Knowledge of WSDOT Standards and the Bridge Design Manual

Employees receive medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the option to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, six paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

Full‑time position; hybrid working policy encourages a balance between office and remote work.

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.