Sr. Roadway/Highway Engineer (FDOT)

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

Thriving communities. Healthy cities. A brighter future. At Jacobs, we don't just build roads—we engineer solutions that shape the future of mobility. If you're seeking a company that invests in your growth, your ideas, and your success, explore a career with us as a Senior Transportation Roadway/Highway Engineer based in Florida.

As a key member of our transportation team, you'll play a vital role in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects that serve communities across the state. You’ll leverage your roadway and highway design expertise—particularly in FDOT District 3 and across a range of state and local transportation initiatives throughout Florida—to tackle complex engineering challenges and deliver innovative, future-focused solutions.

Project Focus Areas Include:

• Highway interchange and expansion projects
• Transit-related infrastructure
• Federal lands and corridor improvements
• Local roadway upgrades and enhancements

Working alongside industry-leading engineers and project managers, you'll gain hands-on experience collaborating with clients and stakeholders. We empower our team members to challenge conventional solutions and deliver impactful results that enhance everyday connectivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage roadway design efforts for FDOT District 3, as well as state, local, and municipal transportation projects across Florida.
• Develop and review plans, specifications, and cost estimates for highway improvements
• Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and subconsultants
• Manage QA/QC processes to ensure top-tier deliverables
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff
• Ensure all work complies with policies, standards, and procedures

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 15+ years of professional experience in roadway design and geometrics
• Previous experience working on Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), County, or Municipal projects
• Strong proficiency in Civil 3D or MicroStation/OpenRoads

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• FDOT (Districts 3) experience
• Prior experience on local, state, and/or federal transportation projects
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and time management skills
• Experience in roadway design, including horizontal and vertical alignments, and development of roadway components for construction plans

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

120,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

210,000.00

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 $120,000.00 to $210,000.00. 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 July 22, 2025. 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
Tallahassee	Florida	United States