Water Resources Design Engineer / Design Manager

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 At Jacobs, we’re redefining what’s possible—designing and delivering innovative water infrastructure that makes the world smarter, more connected, and more sustainable. Join us as we partner with influential clients to protect our communities and shape a sustainable future. We are looking for a passionate Water Resources Design Engineer / Design Manager with a strong technical background to lead the delivery of cutting‑edge water resource projects across the West Central region and beyond. You’ll partner with Project Managers and engineers to ensure excellence in design, client satisfaction, and project success—all while working with a dynamic team that feels like family. Be a part of a vibrant community that delivers world‑class designs for well‑known clients around our West Central geography and around the globe. What you’ll do: Manage the design of stormwater improvements such as stream restoration, ecosystem improvements, dams, detention and water quality facilities, floodplain improvements, stormwater conveyance systems and other critical water resources infrastructure. Oversee hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, floodplain studies, scour analyses, stormwater management planning and assist with environmental permitting. Provide quality construction documents such as drawings, specifications, cost estimates and technical reports. Support construction activities including submittal reviews, requests for information, field and change orders, site inspection, and client and contractor coordination. Support, guide and manage the design team including internal staff and subconsultants. Assist project managers with project management duties and be a key client contact. Here’s what you’ll need: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related engineering discipline. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado or the ability to transfer registration from another state. At least 8 years of engineering design experience including at least 2 years of experience managing coordination between subconsultants, external partners and multidisciplinary engineering teams in water resources, stream restoration, stormwater management, floodplain studies or environmental permitting. Understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-HMS, HEC‑RAS 1D/2D, SRH‑2D, EPASWMM, StormCAD or similar water‑related software. Experience with or understanding of design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley MicroStation/ORD or similar design and 3‑dimensional grading software. Proficiency in MS Office Suite applications (Teams, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint). Strong self‑motivation, leadership and organizational skills. Ideally, you’ll also have: Understanding of regulatory compliance and permitting processes. Prior experience as a lead engineer on water resources related projects. Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. 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 offers an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, discretionary performance bonus and stock. The base salary range for this position is $110,600.00 to $172,850.00. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.