Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc; Riyadh; Hybrid; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking motivated individuals for the Market Transportation role. You will assist in conducting field tests, geotechnical surveys, and provide recommendations on foundation designs under the guidance of senior engineers. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree in Civil or Geological engineering and demonstrate effective teamwork and communication skills. This position supports flexibility through a hybrid working policy that balances office and remote work.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Global giving and volunteering program

Qualifications

• Proven history of outstanding academic performance.
• Exhibit unwavering determination and a strong commitment to personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting field tests, soil sampling, and geotechnical surveys.
• Perform soil and material testing to analyze properties.
• Support in preparing geotechnical reports and provide recommendations.
• Collaborate with senior engineers in designing foundations and structures.
• Ensure adherence to KSA safety regulations and health protocols.
• Participate in client and project management discussions under supervision.

Skills

Teamwork and Communication

Drive and Determination

Education

Relevant degree or master's level qualification in Civil or Geological engineering

Job description

Market Transportation

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

• Assist in conducting field tests, soil sampling, and geotechnical surveys to assess subsurface conditions.
• Perform basic soil and material testing to analyze properties such as strength, permeability, and composition.
• Support in preparing geotechnical reports by analyzing test results and providing recommendations for foundation design.
• Collaborate with senior engineers in designing foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical structures.
• Ensure adherence to KSA safety regulations and site‑specific health and safety protocols.
• Participate in client and project management to discuss technical requirements and project updates under supervision.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or master's level qualification in Civil or Geological engineering.
• Academic Excellence: Proven history of outstanding academic performance.
• Drive and Determination: Exhibit unwavering determination and a strong commitment to personal and professional growth.
• Teamwork and Communication: Demonstrate effective teamwork and communication abilities to collaborate in diverse environments.

From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally – and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.

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 to do good too – from participating in 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.

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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

Locations

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia