Do not work for this company. You are treated like a no body! - Civil Engineer Jacobs Employee Review

1.0
Aug 22, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

Global company, and thats about it!

Cons

Senior Management are interested in a growth strategy only and do not focus keeping thier current employees happy. Jacobs Engineering do not seem to have heard of the term of Globalistation, as they seem to keep drumming American values onto their European and other worldwide colleagues. Especially with regards to thier paranoia of one of their employees suing them for an accident in the work place.

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5.0
Apr 3, 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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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great people and culture, internal mobility if you’re networked

Cons

Lots of internal process/procedure but to be expected at a large firm

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