Construction Engineer Jobs in Texas

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.

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world.

We're looking for an Entry Level Construction Technical Service Engineer to support our Life Sciences North America team in Northeast Houston, Texas. As a Technical Services Engineer, you will:

• Assist with resolving field questions and technical issues related to drawings, specifications, and engineering documents under the guidance of senior engineering staff

• Support coordination between home office engineering, outside engineering firms, and client representatives

• Review and interpret engineering released documents, specifications, and drawings

• Engage in the Permitting process and with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)

• Work with Design-Build contractors once their efforts move to the field

• Effectively communicate with subcontractors leading to receipt and management of all key drawings and documents in a revision-controlled manner

• Work to ensure revision control is in place for all construction documents

• Ensure contractors have the latest revisions to construction documents

• Manage, control, and communicate all timely information related to potential changes in design and installation

• Assist with the field sketch/redline process associated with changes

• Work with Project Controls and Construction regarding the Field Design Revision process

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment and we will help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together!

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or other closely related discipline

• 0-2 years of engineering or construction experience

• Ability to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Relevant engineering or construction internship experience

• A basic understanding of construction-oriented means, methods, codes and standards

• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings

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, 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 a U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and 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 $65,500.00 to $99,000.00. 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 November 11, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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