Senior Transportation Drainage Engineer

Jacobs; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 102,900 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Job summary

Jacobs is looking for a Senior Transportation Drainage Engineer in San Antonio to lead drainage design for highway and bridge projects across Texas. This role offers the chance to mentor junior staff and contribute to business development, shaping the local drainage practice. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Texas PE registration, and significant experience in drainage design for transportation projects. This position provides career growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of experience in drainage design and hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for transportation projects.
• Professional Engineer registration in Texas or ability to obtain within six months.
• Strong ability to coordinate drainage design across project phases.

Responsibilities

• Deliver storm drainage analysis and design for transportation projects.
• Perform drainage analysis in accordance with TxDOT and municipal criteria.
• Provide hydraulic analysis for cross drainage structures.

Skills

Drainage design

Hydraulic analysis

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

HEC RAS

GIS software (ESRI ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, QGIS)

Job description

Overview

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

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Transportation Drainage Engineer to join our San Antonio office in support of our South Transportation team. This role will focus on highway and bridge projects throughout Texas and offers a unique opportunity to help grow and shape our local Drainage practice while leveraging existing client relationships to expand our business. In addition to leading technical delivery, you will have the chance to leverage your existing client relationships, contribute to business development efforts, and support strategic growth across the San Antonio market. As the team expands, this position offers a pathway to increased leadership responsibility, influence on project pursuits, and the ability to mentor and develop future drainage engineers while helping strengthen Jacobs’ regional presence. You will work in a collaborative, fast‑paced team environment and provide technical leadership on drainage design and hydraulic analysis for transportation projects. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior staff, contribute to business development efforts, and support the long‑term growth of Jacobs’ presence in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively 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 TxDOT and municipal entities
• Provide hydraulic analysis for cross drainage structures and integrate results with roadway and bridge designs
• Design and analyze stormwater quality facilities
• Support preparation of contract documents including drainage drawings, specifications, estimates, and quantities
• Prepare project‑specific drainage and hydraulic reports and technical memorandums
• Contribute to business development efforts by leveraging existing client relationships and supporting the growth of the local Drainage team
• Assist with mentoring and technical development of junior engineers as the practice grows

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from a U.S. ABET‑accredited institution or equivalent
• Professional Engineer registration in Texas or the ability to obtain within six months if licensed in another state
• Eight or more years of experience delivering drainage design and hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for mid to large‑scale transportation projects
• Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate drainage design across all project phases with other disciplines

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of TxDOT and other municipal design criteria, standards, and specifications such as City of Austin, Travis County, and Bexar County
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer Drainage and Utilities
• Experience designing roadway enclosed storm sewer systems
• Experience with stormwater facility design including detention and water‑quality treatment
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for cross drainage structures
• Familiarity with HEC RAS, HEC HMS, and HY 8
• Experience with GIS software such as ESRI ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, or QGIS
• Experience with advanced modeling tools such as HEC RAS 2D, XPSWMM, or InfoWorks ICM

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 policy for full‑time salaried and exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, a performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Compensation

Base salary range for this position is $102,900.00 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.

Equal Opportunity 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.