Civil Design Engineer

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

The UK and Ireland water sector is undergoing a transformative wave of investment and at Jacobs, you'll be at the heart of delivering it. As part of our Water and Environment team, you'll help shape the future of water infrastructure through strategic partnerships with the region's largest water companies.

From early-stage feasibility and planning to design, construction management, and long-term operations, your work will span the full project lifecycle. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that make a real difference to communities and the environment.

With multiple long-term frameworks secured across the UK, Ireland, and globally, we're looking for passionate, skilled professionals ready to grow their careers in exciting new directions. You'll join a team of nearly 600 water experts working on high-profile projects, gaining exposure to cutting-edge technologies and diverse challenges.

At Jacobs, you won't just be part of a world-leading consultancy you'll be part of a movement to redefine what's possible in the water industry.

We are looking for experienced Civils Detailed Design Engineers to join our offices across the UK to reinforce our existing civils teams and further support our frameworks with UK Water Companies.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed design solutions for clean water and wastewater non-infrastructure projects
• Support design-and-build delivery across multiple frameworks
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical excellence and regulatory compliance
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing updates and addressing concerns.
• Conduct site inspections and assessments to verify compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
• Drive innovation and sustainability in water sector engineering #UKcivilsjob

Here's what you'll need

• Experience in civil engineering, with knowledge in detailed design and design-and-build execution for water and wastewater non-infrastructure projects
• Member or working towards Chartership (ICE, CIWEM or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of design standards, CDM regulations, and safety protocols
• Proficiency in relevant design software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

What We Offer

• Up to 10% company contribution into their pension
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
• 24 days holiday plus the opportunity to buy/sell annual leave
• Free employee medical cover and digital GP service
• Enhanced parental leave pay
• Fertility healthcare and family-forming benefit provided by Carrot
• An inclusive and diverse work environment, embracing the variety of disciplines, cultures, backgrounds and lifestyles of our employees through our Jacobs Employee Networks
• Hybrid working / Part-time roles / Flexible working hours #UKcivilsjob

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

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