Roadway Design Engineer (Tampa FL)

As part of our transportation team, you’ll support the delivery of impactful infrastructure projects across the state. You’ll apply your roadway and highway design knowledge-particularly with FDOT and local Florida agencies-to solve engineering challenges and help develop innovative, sustainable transportation solutions.

Projects you’ll support

• Highway and roadway improvement projects
• Interchange and capacity upgrades
• Transit-related infrastructure
• Federal and local corridor enhancements

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and project managers, gaining hands-on experience collaborating with clients, multidisciplinary teams, and stakeholders. We encourage our team members to explore new ideas and contribute to solutions that enhance everyday mobility.

What you’ll do

• Support roadway design efforts for FDOT, county, and municipal transportation projects across Florida
• Prepare and assist in developing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for roadway and highway improvements
• Perform roadway design tasks such as alignments, cross sections, and roadway components using Civil 3D or MicroStation/OpenRoads
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teammates and subconsultants to ensure cohesive project deliverables
• Contribute to QA/QC processes to support high-quality engineering output
• Ensure design work complies with applicable standards, procedures, and guidelines

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 6+ years of professional experience in roadway or highway design
• Experience working on FDOT, county, or municipal transportation projects
• Proficiency in Civil 3D or MicroStation/OpenRoads

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Professional Engineer registration or ability to obtain a PE license
• Familiarity with FDOT standards, processes, and production workflows
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Experience in horizontal and vertical alignment design and development of roadway construction plan components

Thriving communities. Healthy cities. A brighter future. At Jacobs, we’re shaping the future of mobility by delivering transportation solutions that strengthen the communities we serve. If you’re looking for a company that supports your growth and values your ideas, consider joining us as a Roadway Design Engineer based in Tampa, Florida.