Civil Design Engineer - Water

Market Water

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.

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