Senior Highway Engineer

Jacobs; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 132,900 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Performance bonus

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer in Philadelphia or Pittsburgh. The successful candidate will lead significant transportation projects, ensuring compliance in all engineering aspects, and mentor junior engineers. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a PE license in Pennsylvania are required, along with advanced proficiency in Bentley OpenRoads Designer. Enjoy benefits including medical insurance, an unlimited paid time off policy, and competitive salary ranging from $132,900 to $160,000 based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania is essential.
• Advanced proficiency with Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD) is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead Highway Engineer on significant projects from concept to final design.
• Provide technical leadership for roadway geometry and interchange design.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers to foster technical growth.

Skills

Transportation engineering

Highway/roadway design

Interchange design

Traffic control/staging

Drainage and stormwater management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania

Tools

Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD)

Job description

Senior Highway Engineer

At Jacobs, we challenge 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.

Based in Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, you will play a key role in delivering complex, exciting and engaging large‑scale transportation infrastructure projects across the region. As a senior technical leader, you will serve as a design lead and client‑facing engineer of record on PennDOT and PTC projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams through planning, design, and construction support for major highway and roadway initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead Highway Engineer / Engineer of Record on significant transportation projects from concept through final design and construction support.
• Provide technical leadership for roadway geometry, interchange design, traffic control/staging, drainage, stormwater management, and erosion & sediment control.
• Oversee and review design deliverables to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate staffing projections, schedules, budgets, and risk management with project managers.
• Interface directly with subconsultants, clients, reviewing agencies, and external stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide a team of junior and mid‑level engineers, fostering technical growth and quality‑focused delivery.
• Support proposal development, scope development, and technical interviews as a senior contributor to business growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania.
• Advanced proficiency with Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
• Substantial progressive experience in transportation engineering with a strong focus on highway/roadway design.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex highway design projects for PennDOT and/or PTC.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage priorities, and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Local to our Pennsylvania offices in Philadelphia or Pittsburgh.

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. 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 $132,900.00 to $160,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

EEO Statement

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.