Water Resources Engineer

As global demand for water and environmental stewardship intensifies, solving the world’s most complex water challenges demands different thinking - and that’s where we come in. At Jacobs, we are driven by our passion for making the world a better place by providing our clients with sustainable and meaningful solutions.We are looking for the best and brightest talent to join our Nebraska Water Resources team. An ideal candidate will be someone who can use their passion and apply it to today’s challenges, while reinventing tomorrow. Our water resources team serves the top clients in the Omaha metropolitan area. Our team supports clients like the City of Omaha, City of Bellevue, Natural Resources Districts, Nebraska Department of Transportation, and more, in addition to supporting our internal transportation and conveyance practices.As a valued Jacobs employee, you will work with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver successful projects. You'll have the opportunity to work on hydrologic and 1D/2D hydraulic modeling, stormwater conveyance design, floodplain modeling and mapping, river and ecosystem restoration, dams and reservoirs, and many other water-related projects. Our projects include all phases, including planning studies and master plans, modeling, alternatives evaluations, preliminary and final design, decision modeling and optimization, cost analysis, permitting, land acquisition, services during construction, and more.Every member of our team has the opportunity to support business development efforts and help in the pursuit of new projects. Our team members work directly with clients on the projects and tasks that they are leading to develop long-term client relationships. At Jacobs you can design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed.If you want to become an expert in your engineering discipline, look no further. Opportunities abound to learn from our senior staff, who are experts in the industry, with the intent that one day you will assist with team building and mentoring of younger engineers as you grow in your own career.Jacobs is supportive of the new future of work, with flexibility to work remotely while still working closely with your team. Expectations may vary depending on location. While remote working will likely be more commonplace following the pandemic, our Nebraska Water Resources team is looking for someone who is local to the greater Omaha metropolitan area. Our team has returned to in-person meetings with clients following the pandemic, as well as providing observation for projects under construction. 5+ years of experience. Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering from an ABET accredited University. Experience in or interest in Water Resources related projects. Understanding of Water Resources engineering and planning. Self-motivated, self-teaching, initiator. Desire to live locally in the Omaha metropolitan area. This position does not provide relocation.Ideally, You’ll Also Have: Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure. Experience with various business and design related software programs, which may include: Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD (Civil 3D) or MicroStation. Experience with water-related software programs, which may include: HEC-RAS (1D or 2D), HEC-HMS, EPA SWMM, SRH-2D, CUHP, FlowMaster, CulvertMaster, HY-8, or others. A Master’s Degree in a water resources-related field is beneficial, but not required.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.