LOCATION

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Capabilities

Civil and Structural

Office Setup

Hybrid

Job ID

46954

Industry

Transportation

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

Thriving communities. Healthy cities. A brighter future. What we do is more than building roads, we work every day to make the world better for everyone. If you want to join a company invested in you, your success, and the global community, join us as a Mid-Level Traffic and Highway Safety Engineer / Deputy Project Manager.

Jacob’s is seeking a high energy team player to join us as a full time Mid-Level Traffic and Highway Safety Engineer / Deputy Project Manager in either our Cleveland or Columbus, Ohio office. This opportunity is your chance to work on interesting and complex transportation engineering projects that include traffic operational analysis, safety studies and analysis, transportation safety plans, systemic analysis and network screening, traffic impact analyses, corridor studies, and data management/visualization. While most of the work will focus on Ohio DOT and local programs, there will be the opportunity to work on exciting transportation safety, planning, and design projects across the country.

Our top candidate will possess strong leadership and project delivery experience, excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced data management and analytic capabilities, proficient understanding of GIS and/or CAD systems, and a foundational understanding of Highway Safety Manual applications. Experience with computer programming is a plus.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Work with state and local agencies on the identification and study of specific roadway safety improvement projects.
• Work with Jacobs Project and Program Managers as a task manager, or assistant project manager in the delivery of transportation and traffic safety projects for state and local DOT clients and agencies.
• Prepare, analyze, and evaluate data (safety data, crash reports, traffic data, demographic information) from sources such as various Departments of Transportation, local clients, and manual data collection.
• Visually present the data in tables, charts, graphs, diagrams, and maps using programs such as SQL, MS Excel, MS Word, ArcGIS, PowerBI, Python, etc. and create platforms to present the data internally and to clients.
• Assist in managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing needs to successfully deliver projects.
• Prepare and lead client and stakeholder meetings as a representative of Jacobs. This will also include internal and external presentation of various analyses and project results.
• Contribute to the growth of Jacobs' transportation practice by developing client relationships and pursuing new business opportunities and projects.

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Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer with Ohio license or, registered Professional Engineer (state other than Ohio) with ability to obtain Ohio license within 6 months of employment
• Demonstrated professional design experience predominantly in traffic operations and safety with a focus on DOT projects
• Demonstrated experience successfully delivering transportation engineering projects as an Assistant Project Manager or Task Manager
• Solid understanding of Ohio DOT practice, procedures, and standards
• Solid understanding of standard engineering practices, techniques, and applicable Codes
• Competency in CADD and GIS software such as MicroStation, InRoads, Geopak, Open Roads Designer, ArcGIS
• Solid communication and writing skills including technical report writing

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• 8+ years of professional traffic operations/ highway safety engineering experience
• Evidenced Ohio DOT safety study delivery and HSIP projects
• Active professional involvement in local engineering societies
• Project Management or Assistant Project Management experience

COMPENSATION

• Posted Salary Range: Minimum $87,000.00
• Posted Salary Range: Upper $110,000.00

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 $87,000.00 to $110,000.00. 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 October 16, 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.