Transportation Design Engineer

Transportation 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

As a Transportation Design Engineer, you’ll work in a team, collaborative, and fast paced environment. Your typical work assignments may include onsite storm drainage analysis and design, offsite cross drainage and floodplain hydraulic impacts analysis and design, erosion control, preparation of technical reports and memorandum, and preparation of construction plans, estimates, and specifications (PS&E). 

Responsibilities could include but are not limited to:

•    Work in a team environment with other project engineers on the detailed drainage analysis and design of urban and rural transportation projects including roadways, site facilities, and railways.

•    Conduct drainage analysis and design per the requirements of the project and various state and local public transportation agencies such as WSDOT and FHWA.

•    Provide support in the preparation of contract drainage drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.

•    Assist in the preparation of project-specific drainage reports and technical memoranda.

•    Perform other duties assigned by the Transportation Group Leader and/or Project Managers/Engineers as needed.

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.

Here's what you'll need

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.

•    Professional Engineering license.

•    4-6 years of experience in hydrology and hydraulic engineering and drainage systems design.

•    Strong analytical, conceptual, communication and organizational skills.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

•    Experience using CADD/Design software (Microstation/OpenRoads and AutoCAD/Civil 3D) and H&H design software (HEC-RAS 1D and/or 2D, Stormshed 3G, FHWA Hydraulic Toolbox). 

•    Experience in stormwater management, water quality, and erosion and sediment control.  

•    Experience with a municipality, WSDOT, or engineering consultant focused on drainage projects.

• Familiarity with the WSDOT Hydraulics & Hydrology Manual, Highway Runoff Manual, and Western and/or Eastern Washington Stormwater Manuals.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

85,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

148,700.00

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 $85,000.00 to $148,700.00. 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 June 09, 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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Spokane	Washington	United States
Yakima	Washington	United States