Structural Designer (46689)

Industry

Advanced Manufacturing

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Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

Start your Jacobs 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. 

Jacobs is recognized globally as one of the leading design firms for advanced technology industrial projects. We design some of the most complex and specialized facilities being constructed today, including projects for semiconductor manufacturing, data centers, and other state of the art manufacturing facilities. Our services include feasibility studies, long-range planning studies, and the full spectrum of design services from conceptualization through construction support. Project delivery strategies include design/bid/build, design/build, and Integrated Project Delivery, and are often highly collaborative with the client, general contractor, and trade partners. Fast-tracked delivery is standard procedure in today's environment where time to is critical. We do difficult work for demanding clients, and they come back to us again and again because they know we're the firm who can deliver. 

The key to our success is our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, team-oriented work practices, and respect for each individual. Our projects exceed client expectations because each member of the team takes complete ownership not only of their individual scope, but for their teammates’ needs and for the project as a whole. If you are up to the challenge, come be a part of our vibrant, dynamic team and help us deliver world-class designs for industry-leading clients around the globe.

Position Summary

As an Intermediate Level Structural Designer, you will continue your career as a key contributor to the design team, responsible for developing design concepts and producing 2D and 3D deliverables.

As part of this team; you will support the development of structural models in Revit or other design software for advanced technology manufacturing environments, including semiconductor fabrication and support facilities. Your responsibilities will include producing complete sets of structural plans and details that reflect the project's scope and comply with both department and client standards. You are expected to manage your own workload independently, take ownership of your assigned scope, uphold your own commitments, and have strong attention to detail. You will be given as much responsib ility as you are willing to take, and your opportunities for career growth will be limited only by your own motivation , capabilities, and attitude. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop 3D structural models based on verbal instructions or rough sketches 
• Produce complete sets of structural plans and details 
• Apply department and client standards consistently across models and documents 
• Take full ownership of assigned scope and meet schedule and quality requirements 
• Proficient in verifying completeness and accuracy of own work 
• Coordinate design efforts with related disciplines 
• Support team members by addressing needs 
• Advance design automation skills and embrace emerging technologies 
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and uphold a Culture of Care 

Working Conditions

Hybrid – Electronics office 

• This position is considered hybrid and requires you to live within 50 miles of the Jacobs electronics office: Portland, OR. You will be expected to work in the office at least two days per week. Relocation assistance may be provided, as applicable.
• You are expected to provide reliable internet service at home to meet project performance requirements effectively.

Here's what you'll need

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completed coursework in Computer-Aided Drafting and Design
• Minimum of 2 years drafting/design experience in the structural field
• Minimum of 1 year Revit experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Computer-Aided Drafting or equivalent
• 3 years of Revit experience
• Experience with Navisworks and Bluebeam
• Experience designing traditional steel and concrete structures
• Experience with general industrial facilities, preferably semiconductor-related

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

61,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

83,900.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $61,000.00 to $83,900.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. 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. Job posted on October 12, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Portland	Oregon	United States
Portland	Oregon	United States