Transportation Design Engineer
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About the role
Jacobs is seeking a Transportation Design Engineer to join our Boise office in support of our transportation team on highway and bridge projects throughout Idaho and the Pacific NW. You’ll work in a team-based, collaborative, and diligent environment. You will apply your highway and roadway design expertise to solve complex problems; take a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions; and use your technical knowledge to develop unique, high-quality designs. The ideal candidate will also have experience in storm drainage analysis and design. This position will also involve preparation of technical reports and memoranda, and preparation of construction plans, estimates, and specifications (PS&E).
Responsibilities
- Perform roadway and highway design using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D
- Support the development of roadway plans, drainage plans and design-related calculations
- Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, project managers, and clients
- Review construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates to ensure accuracy and quality
- Assist in guiding interns and junior engineers, contributing to technical problem-solving and team growth
- Identify design challenges and develop innovative, practical solutions
- Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and coordination activities across all project phases
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from a U.S. ABET accredited institution or equivalent
- Professional Engineering registration in Idaho or the ability to obtain within six months if licensed in another state
- 4-8+ years of experience in transportation roadway and highway design
- Strong analytical, conceptual, communication and organizational skills
- Experience using CADD/Design software (Microstation/OpenRoads or AutoCAD/Civil 3D)
Ideal Qualifications
- Experience designing roadway storm sewer systems
- Experience with ACHD, ITD, LTHAC, FHWA or other municipalities and agencies throughout Idaho and the Pacific NW
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
- 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount
- Deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan for eligible employees
- Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
- Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave
- Additional rewards for certain roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock
Pay
The base salary range for this position is $102,900.00 to $165,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schedule
We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.
Job posted on July 30, 2026.