Senior Design Engineer (Highways & Roads)

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 We are seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join our Highways & Roads team in Ontario. In this role, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of complex transportation infrastructure projects that enhance connectivity and improve communities. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and play a key role in shaping roadway design solutions from concept through to detailed design. As part of our growing transportation team, you’ll work on major roadway and highway projects across Ontario. You’ll support the development of innovative, sustainable, and technically sound design solutions while helping deliver projects that keep people and goods moving safely and efficiently. Key Responsibilities Lead roadway and highway designs, including alignments, profiles, cross-sections, and grading Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and contract documents (CPS) Collaborate across the CADD team to develop engineering drawings and models Ensure designs meet MTO standards, and manuals, TAC guidelines, OPSS/OPSD requirements, applicable municipal standards, and client requirements. Participate in design reviews, value engineering, and QA/QC processes Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams (drainage, traffic, utilities, structures) to deliver integrated design solutions Support project delivery through planning, preliminary, detailed design phases, and tender package preparation. Conduct design reviews, value engineering, constructability assessments, and QA/QC processes Develop and review construction staging, phasing, and traffic management strategies Prepare Design Criteria Reports (DCR) and other technical deliverables Identify design risks and coordinate resolutions with internal teams, subconsultants, clients, and stakeholders Participate in client and stakeholder meetings Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff Here's what you'll need Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field At least 4-8 years of experience in roadway/highway design and familiarity with MTO standards Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario Experience delivering preliminary and detailed design and preparing DCRs, SCRs, and tender documentation (CPS) Strong understanding of traffic staging, construction sequencing, and constructability reviews Proficiency in quantity take-offs and cost estimating Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication skills, and teamwork skills Posted Salary Range Minimum 114,000.00 Posted Salary Range Upper 150,000.00 The base salary range for this position is $114,000.00 to $150,000.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across Ontario, Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This job posting is for an existing vacancy. At Jacobs, we use AI-driven recruitment to match top talent with opportunity—however, human connection and fairness remain at the heart of every hiring decision. Jacobs welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request an accommodation, please select here. 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.

Lead the design and delivery of complex roadway and highway infrastructure projects, including alignments, profiles, and grading. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs meet technical standards, manage construction staging, and provide technical mentorship to junior staff.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license in Ontario. Candidates must have 4-8 years of experience in highway design and proficiency with MTO standards and technical documentation.

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• Roadway Design
• Highway Design
• Civil Engineering
• MTO Standards
• TAC Guidelines
• OPSS/OPSD Requirements
• CADD
• Technical Reporting
• Cost Estimating
• Quantity Take-offs
• Contract Documents
• QA/QC
• Value Engineering
• Traffic Management
• Design Criteria Reports
• Mentorship

• Engineering
• Transportation
• Construction
• Consulting

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Aug 19, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Not Applicable