Tunnel Structures Lead - Northeast

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 world needs innovators and problem solvers who turn challenges into greater opportunities especially on tunneling projects. By joining us as a Tunnel Structures Lead you'll work on planning, design and construction of tunnels and other underground structures. This opportunity can work out of most of our East Coast locations in our hybrid working environment.

What You'll Do:

Leading feasibility studies, preliminary design or detailed design for major underground projects, including structural analysis of underground structures and engineering support during construction. Serving in a design management role for underground projects and providing support to teams across the US as required. Supporting national pursuits through the provision of technical input on tunneling and underground structures. Oversee the planning and execution of complex structural designs of tunnels and underground structures Be a mentor to junior staff Manage 2 to 4 structural engineers to produce design deliverables and oversee quality of work. Managing and developing client relationships. Establish a network within Jacobs global tunnel and ground engineering team to be able to leverage Jacobs resources to deliver projects. Exhibit a high degree of oral and written communication skills and participate in interviews and presentations as required. Here's what you'll need Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, post graduate degree is preferred Professional Engineering (PE) license At least 10 years of direct relevant experience of design and management of underground structures. Demonstrable project management or design management experience for major underground projects in the transportation and/or water markets. Familiarity with design and construction of tunnels and caverns by TBM, drill and blast and

SEM / NATM

methods. Familiarity with design and construction of other underground structures including shafts and cut and cover structures. Ability to lead teams in underground structure design and analysis. Excellent analytical and technical writing skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Flexibility to accommodate occasional travel for assignments.

Posted Salary Range:

Minimum 135,000.00

Posted Salary Range:

Upper 190,000.00 Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and 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, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. The base salary range for this position is $135,000.00 to $190,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on May 27, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support . Locations City State Country Morristown New Jersey United States New York New York United States New York New York United States