Entry engineer

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Role

At Jacobs, we're transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today. As an Entry Level Tunnel Engineer with our team in New York Metro Area, you will too. You'll impact the world around you by helping us solve real-life challenges. YOU are the future of our company. We'll rely on you to provide support to our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion as you bring fresh ideas to the table. You'll work alongside professional engineers, scientists, and designers while gaining exposure to project coordination, relevant computer-assisted engineering software, data collection and so much more. Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. The successful candidate(s) will become part of Jacobs' tunnel engineering team working on planning, designing, and constructing tunnels and other underground structures across the US. This position offers the opportunity to grow personally and professionally with each project. Jacobs' NY Metro Area tunnel group designs underground projects and supports construction. Recent projects and roles include:

• Design and construction of tunnels and caverns by TBM, drill and blast, and SEM methods.
• Design of microtunnels and EPB TBM tunnels.
• Design and consulting for major upgrade to major US infrastructure projects.
• Engineering support for major tunnel construction projects.
  
  

Representative Duties and 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.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil/Environmental 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
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or on track to obtain one
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  
  

Ideally, Here's What You Preferably Will Also Have

• Masters of Science in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related engineering field
• 1-2 years of progressive experience
• Familiarity with the use of CADD tools, such as Microstation and/or AutoCAD
• Knowledge of structural or geotechnical specialty software
  
  

This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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