Hydraulic Engineer

Water 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

Are you an engineer with a passion for water management and a commitment to sustainable solutions? We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Hydrologic Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing innovative solutions to help our clients manage their water resources effectively and efficiently.

At Jacobs, we don’t settle – join us as we look beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. Your most impactful mission in this role is to embrace living inclusion every day and enabling diversity and equality globally. For us, this means creating a culture of belonging where we all thrive by embracing all perspectives. An inclusive culture with many perspectives through diverse backgrounds allows us to leverage knowledge, leadership and connection to bring forth opportunity, creativity and growth.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Here's what you’ll be doing:

• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic studies, including the analysis of data and preparation of reports
• Develop and implement water resource management plans, floodplain management plans, and stormwater management plans
• Design and oversee the construction of water management infrastructure projects, including stormwater management systems, floodplain mapping, and floodplain modeling
• Perform quality control and quality assurance checks on project deliverables
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and regulations related to water management
• Prepare project cost estimates, schedules, and proposals

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degreeor higherin Civil, Water Resources, or Environmental Engineering.
• 10+ years ofintensivedesign experience.Project managementand team leadingexperience is a bonus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software.
• Expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing techniques.
• Knowledge of climate changeimpactswater resources.
• Strong understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic principles and methodologies.

• Experience with computer modeling and simulation software, including HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, PCSWMM, XPSWMM, and/or InfoWorks ICM and ArcGIS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with clients and stakeholders.
• Analytical and technical problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivation, team-oriented work practices, top-notch organizational skills, and the ability to effectively multi-task in a fast-pacedenvironment

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

97,700.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

140,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. 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.

The base salary range for this position is $97,700.00 to $140,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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. Job posted on April 20, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Reston	Virginia	United States