Coastal Science & Engineering Professional

Jacobs Employee Networks; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Graduate Coastal Scientist to join their team in either Exeter or Bristol. This role is part of a two-year structured Graduate Development Programme that offers mentoring, progress reviews, and networking opportunities to support career development. The ideal candidate will be working towards a Master's degree in Coastal Science and should be a flexible self-starter with a permanent right to work in the UK. The company offers a hybrid working pattern and professional development reimbursement.

Benefits

Flexible workstyle

Free medical cover

Professional development reimbursement

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Qualifications

• Working towards a Masters level qualification in a Coastal Science related discipline.
• Flexible and self-starter eager to advance in their career.
• Must have a permanent right to work in the UK.

Skills

Adaptable

Self-starter

Thirst for learning

Education

Masters level qualification in Coastal Science

Job description

Graduate Coastal Scientist (Exeter/Bristol)

Our Graduate Development Programme is a structured two‑year scheme designed to support your development at the start of your Jacobs career journey. Through a combination of blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you will establish yourself as knowledgeable and competent across four key focus areas: human skills, consulting skills, champion our strategy and your passions. The programme allows you to customise your learning journey to reflect your specific interests, career goals and technical skillset.

About the Opportunity

Our 100+ strong Ports & Maritime UK team is part of a wider global team with over 700 specialist maritime engineers. We specialise in commercial ports, bulk terminals, naval bases, breakwaters and coastal defences, dredging and reclamation, marine off‑loading facilities and sea‑water intakes and outfalls. We support a wide range of major UK and international clients across the maritime, defence, energy and transport sectors.

What You’ll Need

• Working towards a Masters level qualification in a Coastal Science related discipline
• Flexible, self‑starter who is keen to drive your career forward
• Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things
• Permanent right to work in the UK

Selection Process

1. Apply Online
2. Solo Video Assessment
3. Interview

What Else We Provide

• A flexible workstyle, embracing a hybrid working pattern and supporting those who need to balance work/life commitments differently
• Free single medical cover and digital GP service
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
• An inclusive and diverse work environment

At Jacobs we accept people for who they are and champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation.