Tunnel Engineer in Training
Jacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for cities and environments. They are seeking a Tunnel Engineer-in-Training to join their Atlanta office, where the successful candidate will work on planning, designing, and constructing tunnels and underground structures under the supervision of experienced engineers.
Responsibilities
- Works under the 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 linings and shoring systems
- Prepares design drawings and specifications
- Prepares technical reports and presentations to present findings and recommendations
- Reviews tunnel contractor construction submittals
- Observe and report on construction activities and ground conditions during construction
Skills
- BS in civil engineering, geological engineering, or related engineering discipline
- Ability to obtain PE registration within 2-4 years
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Training in the use of geotechnical and structural engineering software
- Interest in working in underground excavations on project sites
- Strong communication skills, verbal and written
- Positive attitude, dependability, and commitment to meeting deadlines
- Self-motivation and ability to work independently when required
- Ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively with a team
- Ability to travel for short-term assignments when required, including driving
- Master's degree in civil engineering, focused on geotechnical and/or structural engineering, with exposure to tunnel design
- Master's degree in geological or mining engineering, focused on geotechnical engineering and excavation design
- Engineer in Training (EIT) registration
- Experience with numerical modeling and training in numerical modeling software is strongly preferred
- 1-4 years of experience in tunnel design
- Training and experience with AutoCAD
- Practical construction or mining experience is an asset
- Experience preparing engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications
- Eagerness to contribute innovative ideas to provide solutions to clients
Benefits
- Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
- A 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
- Caregiver leave
- Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock
- Hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work
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