Jacobs · 1 day ago
Tunnel Engineer
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $135K/yr
7+ years expJacobs is a company focused on solving the world's most critical problems through innovative solutions. As a Tunnel Engineer, you will support teams on critical projects related to planning, designing, and constructing tunnels and underground structures, while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
Works under 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 and linings and shoring systems
Prepares design drawings and assist in specifications preparation
Prepares technical reports and presentations to present findings and recommendations
Reviews contractor construction submittals
Observes and reports on construction activities and ground conditions during construction
Performs field investigation as needed by the project
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Civil, Geological, or Mining Engineering or related engineering field from an ABET accredited program
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to support and work with multi-disciplinary teams on complex infrastructure projects
Professional Engineer (PE) certification or on track to obtain one
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ideally located in Chicago or St. Louis or willing to relocate to St. Louis to be a part of a long term tunnel design and construction program
Preferred
Masters of Science in Civil, Geological, or Mining Engineering or related engineering field
7+ years of progressive experience
Familiarity with the use of CADD tools, such as AutoCAD
Experience preparing engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications
Experience with numerical modeling and training on numerical modeling software
Knowledge of structural or geotechnical specialty software
Benefits
Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
401(k) plan
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
Caregiver leave
Merit increases
Performance discretionary bonus
Stock
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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