Senior Hydraulic Modeler

Location
Holladay, Utah, United States

Capabilities
Civil and Structural

Office Setup
Hybrid

Job ID
#40835
Market
Water

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 looking for a Senior Hydraulic Modeler to join our team in Salt Lake City, UT. The Jacobs team is a growing water practice in the Salt Lake City market with a team of determined, high-performing individuals working with major regional clients on a vast array of projects. You will engage in project assignments serving our municipal, federal, industrial, and other clients. You will work on a wide variety of tasks both independently and with peers in the Salt Lake City, UT office and throughout the company. You will interface with our unique Market Solutions group and get facetime with other subject matter experts within Jacobs. As a Primary Subject Matter Expert in Hydraulic Modeling, you will be called upon to help support multiple projects throughout Jacobs. This is a fantastic opportunity for your professional and personal growth as you dive into our diverse and fast-paced office and expansive portfolio of projects both locally and globally.

Key Responsibilities

Development, calibration, and interpretation of water distribution, wastewater, and stormwater models

Use models to understand system performance and help with the design of system improvements and enhancements

Evaluate, select, and apply standards of advanced engineering and modeling techniques

Use models for master planning and conceptual studies

Field work and planning for water distribution model calibration and validation, including hydrant fire flow testing, HGL testing, pressure monitoring, and flow metering

Water quality and transient modeling

Development of hydraulic profiles for water and wastewater treatment facilities, including design input and coordination for conveyance for state-of-the-art treatment plants

Non-revenue water and water loss control evaluations and studies

Engage in programming, statistical analysis, and data research

Analyzing, managing, and interpreting data using ArcGIS software

Utilize project management skills to propose, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects effectively

Perform technical writing and client presentations to convey key messages, derived from complex technical documentation, in a simple and clear manner

Participate in our global technical communities of practice in water distribution system modeling, distribution system water quality, digital twins, system optimization, collection system modeling, and wet weather management

QA/QC of models, reports, and deliverables

Prepare and deliver presentations at local and national professional organizations such as AWWA and WEF

Here's what you'll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
15+ years of professional experience
Experience and in-depth knowledge of modeling software (e.g., InfoWater Pro, Aqua Twin, InfoWorks WS Pro, WaterGEMS, HAMMER, EPANET, InfoWorks ICM, SewerGEMS, PCSWMM, Mike+, EPA SWMM)
Understanding of hydraulic systems and modeling outputs
Working knowledge of GIS tools (ArcGIS Pro)
Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively, both internally and externally
Active involvement in mentoring and professional development (of self and others)
Proficiency in writing and reviewing technical reports to convey key messages in a simple and clear manner
Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients and geographically dispersed project staff using online platforms

Ideally, you’ll also have:
Graduate degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Utah or ability to obtain via comity

Experience with Info360 Insights, Info360 Asset

Conveyance and/or pump design experience

Experience with data analytics using Power BI and programming languages such as Python (for GIS) and Visual Basic for Excel

Posted Salary Range: Minimum
123,600.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper
216,400.00

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 $123,600.00 to $216,400.00. 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 June 14, 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 .