Good company, good perks - Systems Engineer Jacobs Employee Review

4.0
29 Aug 2023
Recommend
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Pros

They pay a decent starting salary. You are rewarded for progressing your personnel quals eg CEng, IEng etc. Travel/food/accommodation, all paid on corporate card, no personal costs.

Cons

If you aren't billing to a project HR will be asking why not. Expected to travel a lot to site, doesn't matter how far away it may be. Need to fly down somewhere for a meeting, expected to do it night before, or first thing in the morning.

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5.0
3 Apr 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Strong learning environment for entry-level engineers Great exposure to large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects with experienced mentors and structured onboarding. Reputable global firm Jacobs’ strong brand name adds credibility to your résumé and opens doors for future opportunities in both public and private sectors. Good career growth and mobility Clear pathways to move into roles like Project Engineer, Assistant Resident Engineer, or Construction Management with internal postings encouraged. Supportive team culture (project-dependent) Most teams are collaborative, and senior staff are willing to guide junior engineers, especially in inspection and CM roles. Competitive benefits and job stability Solid health benefits, 401(k), PTO, and steadier work compared to smaller consulting firms—especially on long-term public agency contracts.

Cons

Growth pace depends on manager and project Advancement and role expansion can vary widely based on leadership and available opportunities.

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4.0
29 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The benefits and unlimited pto are great

Cons

It’s a big company, so there are a lot of corporate games you have to play to get noticed and advance in your career

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