Lead Transportation Drainage Engineer

Jacobs; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 95,200 - 130,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited paid time off

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Lead Transportation Drainage Engineer to join our Nashville, Tennessee team, focusing on innovative drainage solutions for key infrastructure projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute significantly to the I-24 Choice Lanes Project and other significant initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in designing drainage systems and hydraulic analyses and must hold a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and a PE license in Tennessee. We offer comprehensive benefits including unlimited paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in drainage design for transportation projects.
• Active PE license in Tennessee or ability to obtain within six months.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams on storm drainage analysis and design.
• Perform drainage analysis in accordance with TDOT standards.
• Design and analyze stormwater management facilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Drainage design

Hydrologic analysis

Hydraulic analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer Drainage and Utilities

GIS software

HEC-RAS

Job description

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. Connected cities. Jacobs is seeking a Lead Transportation Drainage Engineer to join our Nashville, Tennessee team in support of our Southeast Transportation practice. In this role, you’ll help deliver innovative drainage solutions for highway and bridge projects across Tennessee, contributing to critical infrastructure improvements throughout the state, including support for the I‑24 Choice Lanes Project. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in strengthening Jacobs’ local drainage capabilities while supporting longstanding client relationships with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and expanding our presence in the Nashville market.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with project engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver enclosed storm drainage analysis and design for urban and rural transportation projects
• Perform drainage analysis and design in accordance with project requirements and applicable agency criteria, including TDOT standards and local municipal requirements
• Provide hydraulic analysis for cross‑drainage structures and integrate results with roadway and bridge designs
• Design and analyze stormwater management and water quality facilities
• Support preparation of contract documents including drainage plans, specifications, cost estimates, and quantities
• Prepare project‑specific drainage reports, hydraulic studies, and technical memoranda
• Contribute to business development efforts by leveraging TDOT and local agency relationships and supporting growth of the Nashville drainage practice
• Mentor and support the technical development of junior engineers and designers

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program (or equivalent)
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee, or ability to obtain within six months if licensed in another state
• 8 or more years of experience delivering drainage designs and hydrologic/hydraulic analyses for mid‑ to large‑scale transportation projects for TDOT, or other DOT
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate across disciplines and project phases

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Working knowledge of TDOT design standards, manuals, specifications, and permitting requirements, as well as local municipal criteria throughout Middle Tennessee, including
  • NPDES permitting
  • SWPPP development and EPSC design/compliance
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer Drainage and Utilities
• Experience designing enclosed storm sewer systems for roadway projects, stormwater management systems
• Experience performing FEMA floodplain modeling, developing CLOMR/LOMR documentation, and familiarity with tools such as HEC‑RAS, HEC‑HMS, and HY‑8
• Exposure to advanced hydraulic modeling tools such as HEC‑RAS 2D, XPSWMM, or InfoWorks ICM
• Experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, or QGIS
• Established relationships with TDOT staff, local agencies, and transportation stakeholders in Tennessee

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in 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 has 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, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $95,200.00 to $130,900.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.