Senior Highway Design Engineer

Jacobs; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 95,200 - 166,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Jacobs in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking a Senior Highway Design Engineer to lead roadway design efforts for state and local transportation projects. You will develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates, review designs, and ensure compliance with state and federal standards.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with TDOT and local agencies, and contribute to business development through client relationships and proposal work.

Qualifications

• ABET‑accredited BS in Civil Engineering.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee, or able to obtain within six months if licensed in another state.
• 8+ years of roadway/highway design experience.
• Experience delivering transportation projects for DOT clients.
• Proficiency with MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support roadway design efforts for transportation clients in Tennessee.
• Prepare and assist in developing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for roadway and highway improvement projects.
• Review designs for conformance with contractual and state/federal requirements.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teammates and subconsultants to ensure cohesive deliverables.
• Collaborate with TDOT personnel and local agency representatives throughout project development.

Skills

Roadway design

DOT project delivery

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

ABET‑accredited BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

Civil 3D

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.

Thriving communities. Connected cities.

At Jacobs, we’re shaping the future of mobility by delivering transportation solutions that improve safety, connectivity, and quality of life. If you're looking for a company that supports your professional growth and values innovative thinking, consider joining us as a Senior Highway Design Engineer based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Projects you'll support

• Highway and roadway improvement projects, including the I‑24 Choice Lanes project
• Interstate, interchange, and capacity expansion projects
• Transit corridor enhancements
• Federally funded and locally sponsored infrastructure programs

What You'll Do

• Utilize technical expertise to lead and support roadway design efforts for transportation clients in Tennessee
• Prepare and assist in developing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for roadway and highway improvement projects
• Review roadway, bridge, and transportation design plans for conformance with contractual and state/federal agency requirements
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teammates and subconsultants to ensure cohesive project deliverables
• Collaborate with TDOT personnel and local agency representatives throughout project development and delivery
• Contribute to QA/QC processes to support high‑quality engineering output
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers to support overall team growth
• Support business development efforts, including client relationship building and proposal generation

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
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in roadway and highway design including
  • Experience delivering transportation projects for DOT clients
  • Proficiency with MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams

Ideally, you'll also have

• 15+ years of experience supporting or leading multidiscipline engineering design and construction projects
• Familiarity with TDOT standards, TDOT’s Project Delivery Network, AASHTO guidelines, FHWA requirements, and local agency procedures
• Knowledge of maintenance of traffic (MOT), utility coordination, and drainage considerations associated with roadway design
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and designers

Benefits

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.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $95,200.00 to $166,700.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.