Water Resources Scientist / Engineer

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.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Water Resources Engineer in Tampa, FL, who will support local and regional environmental water resource projects in planning, data analysis, reporting, data management, and design. As a key member of our Tampa, FL team, you will be involved in a variety of exciting and challenging projects including stormwater / watershed planning and civil design work, site testing, site investigation and field work, plans and permit review, hydraulic and hydrologic model development and review, and reporting on climate change and sea level rise. You will work under the guidance of Project Managers and Senior Engineers, provide mentorship to those junior to you, and work alongside peers to help you grow your career.

Join us, and we will assist in continuing the development of your skills and exploring all that you can do across our global company, with opportunities to share your knowledge along the way.

Position Summary

Our Tampa, FL office is looking for someone to help support ongoing watershed management planning projects and stormwater design projects with many of the Tampa Bay area clients, who are looking to address growing flood and climate-related risk. The candidate will support the senior engineers and senior designers in planning and designing projects associated with watershed planning and drainage improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing watershed management planning projects and stormwater design projects.
• Assist with planning and design activities, including data collection and analysis, site testing and field work.
• Review plans and permits; develop and review hydraulic and hydrologic models; analyze climate change and sea level rise impacts.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Senior Engineers; mentor junior staff; contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

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Base pay

$100,000.00 / yr - $135,000.00 / yr

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, stock purchase option, and eligibility for deferred compensation plans. Jacobs offers an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried / exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Some roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock options.

Additional information

The base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $135,000.00. Within the range, pay is determined by location, job-related skills, experience, and 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 October 08, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. We value collaboration and offer a hybrid working policy combining Jacobs offices / projects and remote locations. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Careers Support.

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