Good & Bad!! - Piping Designer Jacobs Employee Review

4.0
Oct 30, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Early finish on a Friday, along with a 4 day bank holiday weekend. Good work/life balance, and social side in my department. Thankfully my own department manager is very hands on, and encourages development wherever possible. There is room for growth if you get in at the right time and have the right people backing you, and also because they are an international company there is a chance of working abroad.

Cons

Some office managers/directors seem very out of touch with the staff, and seem to prefer getting involved with the politics on a project instead of helping the engineers with their input which shackles the design. Jacobs have a target every year for growth (think its 15%) but by focusing on this they might be forgetting about their existing staff needs, therefore halting company development locally. Seems to go against there "People are our greatest asset" motto. I understand that experience can be invaluable but there's not enough investment in youth.

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5.0
Apr 3, 2026
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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
Jun 29, 2026
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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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