Water Resources Modeler/Planner

Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Capabilities
Civil and Structural

Office Setup
Hybrid

Job ID
#40887
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 seeking a Sewer Collection System and Stormwater Modeler & Planner to lead and support planning, modeling, and analysis efforts for municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. This role is ideal for a mid-level professional with 10+ years of experience who combines strong technical modeling skills with project leadership and mentorship capabilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality system evaluations, capital improvement planning, and regulatory compliance support, while also contributing to the development of junior staff and modeling best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Modeling & Technical Leadership

Lead and perform hydraulic and hydrologic modeling for:
Wastewater collection systems (sanitary sewer, combined systems)
Stormwater systems and drainage networks

Develop, calibrate, and maintain models using industry-standard tools (e.g., InfoWorks ICM, SWMM, SewerGEMS, PCSWMM)
Conduct system capacity analyses, infiltration/inflow (I/I) evaluations, and wet weather flow assessments
Support water distribution system modeling where applicable (e.g., using InfoWater Pro, WaterGEMS, EPANET)
Interpret model results and translate into actionable recommendations for clients
Planning, Analysis, and Design

Support and lead master planning efforts for wastewater and stormwater utilities
Develop capital improvement plans (CIPs) and prioritize infrastructure investments
Perform alternatives analysis and cost-benefit evaluations
Perform detailed modeling for design
Support regulatory compliance initiatives
Integrate modeling results with asset management and GIS data

Project Management & Delivery

Manage or support multiple projects, including scope, schedule, and budget tracking
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (engineering, GIS, planning, operations)
Prepare technical reports, memoranda, and presentation materials
Present findings and recommendations to clients and stakeholders

Mentorship & Team Development

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and modelers
Review modeling work, analyses, and deliverables for quality assurance
Support training initiatives and development of internal modeling standards
Foster a collaborative and knowledge-sharing team environment

Here's what you'll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field
10+ years of relevant experience in wastewater and/or stormwater modeling and planning
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Demonstrated experience with modeling software such as: InfoWorks ICM, SWMM, SewerGEMS, PCSWMM (preferred)
Strong understanding of Sewer collection systems and stormwater hydraulics and wet weather processes and system performance evaluation
Experience leading technical tasks or workstreams on projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with water distribution system modeling (WaterGEMS, EPANET, InfoWater)

Experience with:
CSO/SSO programs and regulatory compliance
GIS platforms (ArcGIS, QGIS) and data integration
Asset management and planning tools
Proven ability to mentor and develop junior staff
Client-facing experience and participation in business development

Posted Salary Range: Minimum
105,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper
160,000.00

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 $105,000.00 to $160,000.00. 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 June 15, 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.

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