Bridge Engineer

Company : Jacobs
Location : Philadelphia, PA
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Details
If you are ready to bridge the gap between our world and our people, join Jacobs as a Bridge Engineer. Let’s build for a brighter future together. Jacobs is much more than just a traditional engineering company.
nAs a vital member of our Bridge Team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on transportation projects in Pennsylvania and throughout the East-Central region.
nOur transportation projects include the design of new bridges, bridge widenings, rehabilitations, load ratings, and other transportation structures. Working with our talented Bridge Team, you’ll work to solve problems and challenges in a team environment where everyone is valued. As a self-motivated professional, you will work on bridge projects of various sizes and complexity under the guidance of experienced engineers and project managers.
nWhen you join us as a Bridge Engineer, you’ll:
n• Support the development of projects through the conceptual/study phase, preliminary engineering, and final design and through to construction
n• Assist in the development of specifications, cost estimates, and preparation of final bid packages
n• Prepare and supervise staff in the CAD development of bridge details and plans sets
n• Compile Bridge Type, Size, and Location Studies
n• Coordinate bridge layouts, details, and constraints with other disciplines including Roadway, Drainage, and Survey
n• Identify creative and innovative bridge engineering solutions based on client, project, and site constraints
n• Perform calculations, assemble calculation packages, and provide bridge load ratings
n• Coordinate with a team to meet project milestones
n• Perform construction site visits (as needed)
nBased in our Philadelphia, PA office, our hybrid work environment offers the flexibility of remote work while fostering in-person collaboration and connection.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
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P.E. licensure in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain within 6 months
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Previous professional bridge design experience including precast concrete, cast-in-place concrete, and structural steel
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Demonstrated experience on various types of bridges, to include analysis, design and plan development of new and rehabilitation projects
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Previous experience working on PennDOT and/or the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission bridge projects
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Strong written and oral communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
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Thorough understanding of and practical experience applying the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications to transportation structures
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Strong technical skills and a thorough understanding of bridge/structural technical standards
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Extensive working knowledge of CAD systems - MicroStation and AutoCAD
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Familiarity with bridge construction including site visits, construction inspection, or similar experience
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Ideally, You’ll Also Have:
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Bridge construction experience including site visits, construction submittal reviews, and construction inspection
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Rail bridge experience
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Bridge load rating experience
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Design-Build (DB) experience
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Ability and willingness to travel on occasion
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Previous work experience with other highway or rail transportation agencies
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Experience with Open Roads Designer and Open Bridge Designer
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Experience with PennDOT’s engineering design software programs
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Experience with STAAD or other similar structural modeling programs
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Active involvement in local engineering societies.
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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. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
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