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Jacobs · 23 hours ago

Tunnel Engineer

Jacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and resilient environments. As a Tunnel Engineer, you will support teams on critical projects, working alongside professional engineers to design and construct tunnels and underground structures across the US.

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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

Tunnel designNumerical modelingEngineering calculationsProfessional Engineer certificationCADD toolsField investigationCommunication skillsTeam collaborationTechnical report writing

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

Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Deferred compensation plan
Executive Deferral Plan
Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO)
Seven paid holidays
Caregiver leave
Merit increases
Performance discretionary bonus
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Company

Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.

H1B Sponsorship

Jacobs has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2024 (2)
2023 (6)
2022 (13)
2021 (11)
2020 (10)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.1B
2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO

Leadership Team

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Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
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Paul Friedman
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