You are nothing more than a disposable resource - Engineer Jacobs Employee Review

2.0
Mar 28, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Decent pay and benefits for employees

Cons

They preach about "doing the right thing" and constantly talk about how they value their employees. It's just talk. I worked for over 10 years on a variety of projects. The last project that I was involved with ended and they didn't have another project lined up for the team to jump into. Their solution was to lay off the entire team and pay out almost no severance (3 weeks severance for over 10 years of employment). This company will chew you up and spit you out when they are done with you. STAY AWAY!

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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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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
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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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