Intermediate Water Resources Scientist/Engineer

Water 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.

Your impact

Water is playing an essential role in our health and well-being, now more than ever. At Jacobs, we believe in dreaming big while keeping our feet planted firmly on the ground. If you are interested in bringing a different way of thinking to everything you do, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Water Resources Engineer in Tampa or Sarasota, Florida, who will support local and regional environmental water resource projects in planning, data analysis, reporting, data management, and design.

As a key member of our Florida team, you will be involved in a variety of exciting and challenging projects including stormwater/watershed planning and civil design work, site testing, site investigation and field work, plans and permit review, hydraulic and hydrologic model development and review, stormwater project management, and reporting on climate change and sea level rise. You will work under the guidance of Senior Project Managers and Senior Engineers, provide mentorship to those junior to you, and work alongside peers to help you grow your career.

Join us and we will assist in continuing the development of your skills and exploring all that you can do across our global company, with opportunities to share your knowledge along the way. 

Position Summary

Our Tampa/Sarasota, FL office is looking for someone to help support ongoing watershed management planning projects and stormwater design projects with many of the local Clients, who are looking to address growing flood and climate related risk. The candidate will support the senior engineers and senior designers in planning and design projects associated with watershed planning and drainage improvement projects.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Agricultural, Biological, or Civil Engineering, other hydroscience or related field is required
• A minimum of 5 years of consulting experience related to water resource projects, and environmental or civil engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE), Florida (preferred), or ability to obtain within 1 year
• Experience with Hydrologic & Hydraulic (H&H) Analysis and Modeling and Stormwater System Design
• Knowledge and advanced use of Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience using ArcGIS and ArcHydro tools for H&H modeling applications
• Experience with H&H modeling software ICPR4, EPA SWMM, HEC-RAS
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD recommended
• Knowledge and proficient use of Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, Word, and PowerPoint is required
• Strong technical writing skills
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Be self-driven, motivated and able to perform duties independently with minimal guidance
• Experience in developing and maintaining strong client relationships
• Experience with interpersonal relationship building, conflict resolution, and leading diverse teams

Ideally, here’s what you’ll also have

• Experience with watershed management plans (WMP) through all phases
• Experience in Southwest Florida Water Management District Watershed Management Plan projects (including GWIS database framework and development)
• Experience in the various water management District’s ERP processes

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

100,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

135,000.00

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 an unlimited 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 $100,000.00 to $135,000.00. 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 February 26, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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Locations

City State Country
Tampa	Florida	United States
Sarasota	Florida	United States