Graduate Tunnel Engineer

JACOBS; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is offering a Graduate Development Programme focused on Tunnelling and Ground Engineering. This structured, two-year scheme allows new graduates to apply their academic knowledge in real-world projects while developing essential skills. Candidates working toward a relevant degree are encouraged to apply. Key responsibilities include preparing designs, producing technical reports, and leveraging technological advances to enhance project efficiency. The position supports hybrid working for a balanced lifestyle.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working pattern

Free medical cover

Professional development reimbursement

Wellbeing and safety focus

Community support opportunities

Qualifications

• Working toward a Degree or Masters in a relevant field.
• Flexible and self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow.
• Permanent right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Use technological advances to improve quality and efficiency.
• Prepare designs and drawings.
• Write technical reports.
• Participate in internal technical and professional activities.

Skills

Adaptability

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or Masters in Tunnelling, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or Structural Engineering

Job description

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. We turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Programme (GDP) and have a meaningful, positive impact on our environments, communities and societies. Bring your passion, ingenuity and vision so we can create impactful outcomes together.

What you’ll get

Our Graduate Development Programme is a structured two‑year scheme designed to support your development at the beginning of your Jacobs career journey. Through blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you will become competent across four key focus areas: human skills, consulting skills, championing our strategy, and your passions. You’ll customize your learning journey to reflect your specific interests, career goals and technical skillset, with a large portion of learning delivered on‑the‑job.

About the opportunity

You will work on world‑class projects within our Tunnelling and Ground Engineering business. Reporting to a team lead in the Tunnels discipline, you will be a key resource on a range of internal and external projects, from pipejacks to complex underground caverns, employing empirical methods to 3D FE analyses. Work may involve structural and/or geotechnical tasks.

• Use technological advances to improve quality, results and efficiency.
• Prepare designs and drawings.
• Write technical reports.
• Participate in internal technical and professional activities.
• Proactively pursue career development.

The successful person will join a respected and ambitious company with excellent career prospects and international opportunities. You will work as part of a diverse team of specialists, providing support and advice to the wider Jacobs business and clients, with opportunities for a broad range of responsibilities within the Tunnelling and Ground Engineering team.

The start date for this position is September 2026.

What else we provide

• A flexible hybrid working pattern and support for work/life balance.
• Free single medical cover and a digital GP service.
• Reimbursement for relevant professional development and memberships.
• A focus on safety, health and wellbeing, including a positive mental health champion network.
• Opportunities to give back to communities through the Collectively programme, matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Selection Process

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

Required qualifications and expectations

• Working toward a Degree or Masters level qualification in Tunnelling, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• A flexible self‑starter keen to drive your career forward.
• Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things.
• Permanent right to work in the UK.

As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria and welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

We value collaboration and believe in in‑person interactions for both culture and client delivery. We empower employees with a hybrid working policy, allowing a split work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations to deliver their best work.