• Sr. Roadway/Highway Engineer (FDOT)

    Jacobs (Tallahassee, FL)


    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

    * 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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    Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.