Duties and Responsibilities:   

• Works under the supervision of experienced tunnel engineers. 
• Maintains effective communications with the engineering team and clients. 
• Evaluates and characterizes ground conditions and geotechnical parameters. 
• Performs numerical modeling for excavation design and ground behavior predictions. 
• Performs calculations to design excavation support linings and shoring systems. 
• Prepares design drawings and specifications. 
• Prepares technical reports and presentations to present findings and recommendations. 
• Reviews tunnel contractor construction submittals. 
• Observe and report on construction activities and ground conditions during construction.

• BS in civil engineering, geological engineering, or related engineering discipline. 
• Ability to obtain PE registration within 2-4 years. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Training in the use of geotechnical and structural engineering software. 
• Interest in working in underground excavations on project sites. 
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written. 
• Positive attitude, dependability, and commitment to meeting deadlines. 
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently when required. 
• Ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base. 
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively with a team. 
• Ability to travel for short-term assignments when required, including driving. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:   

• Master’s degree in civil engineering, focused on geotechnical and/or structural engineering, with exposure to tunnel design.
• Master’s degree in geological or mining engineering, focused on geotechnical engineering and excavation design. 
• Engineer in Training (EIT) registration. 
• Experience with numerical modeling and training in numerical modeling software is strongly preferred. 
• 1-4 years of experience in tunnel design. 
• Training and experience with AutoCAD. 
• Practical construction or mining experience is an asset. 
• Experience preparing engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications. 
• Eagerness to contribute innovative ideas to provide solutions to clients.

Jacobs’ 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, one floating holiday, 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 $80,000.00 to $115,500.00. 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.

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https://careers.jacobs.com/en_US/careers/JobDetail/Tunnel-Engineering-Professional/21071