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Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Programme (GDP) and have a meaningful, positive impact on our environments, communities, and societies worldwide. As a Jacobs Graduate you will be part of a larger network of talent who are Challenging Today and Reinventing Tomorrow.
What we do at Jacobs
Our People & Places Solutions business focuses on providing solutions to future challenges such as climate change, the need for renewable energy, low carbon economies, transportation, and material resource and waste management. While we shape some of the very largest and most challenging landmark projects in Ireland, we also deliver local projects that protect communities.
What will you get?
Our Graduate Development Programme is a structured two-year scheme where we provide the framework, mentoring and experiences to help you maximise your skills and ambitions. On joining our scheme in September 2025, you’ll rapidly gain knowledge of how our company works and the impact that you can have to help us move towards a more connected and sustainable world.
About the opportunity
Our Water Network Modelling teams are located across the UK & Ireland, working with a variety of clients including water companies and private water suppliers. Our team is involved in a wide range of projects related to water infrastructure including feasibility assessment, capital design, optioneering, operational support, development impact assessment, leakage analysis, water network optimisation and smart networks.
As we continue to develop exciting prospects, we are looking for passionate graduates to join our team at various UK offices, including Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, and Belfast. This role will be on a hybrid working arrangement, operating as part of our national diverse and dynamic UK team. We offer the opportunity to work with our global client base and operate as a truly collaborative national team.
The successful candidate will have the opportunities to learn all aspects in water network operation, design and hydraulic modelling. You will be a motivated and innovative individual who embraces new technologies. We will support you in converting your novel ideas into practical solutions addressing the challenges facing the water industry. We will support and encourage you to raise your profile and Jacobs’ profile across the wider industry through participation in industry conferences and journal publications.
Primary job responsibilities
- Building and maintaining network models using software such as Infoworks WS Pro, Synergi Liquid, WaterGEMS, and Epanet.
- Using network models to solve water network problems such as water quality, low pressure or water main replacements.
- Responsible for the technical delivery of projects within programme and budget.
- Development of project reports and other project deliverables.
- Working collaboratively with internal teams, client organisations and third parties.
- Developing and maintaining relationship with clients.
- Driving health and safety through everything we do.
Here's what you'll need
- You will be working towards a BSc/BEng/MEng degree in engineering, geography, GIS, environmental or mathematical subjects.
- Ability to both work well in a team and work independently.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Excellent communication Skills, both oral and written.
- Problem solving skills with an open mind and creative thinking.
- Interest and ability in numerical computational analysis and data analysis.
- You must have the permanent right to work in the UK
Selection process
- Step 1: Apply Online
- Step 2: Solo Video Assessment
- Step 3: Interview
Apply before October 31st 2024 for your application to be considered in the first assessment window. You can still apply after this date if the role remains open to applications. However, you do so with the knowledge that we may not proceed with your application if the role is filled in the first assessment window.
What else we provide
- A flexible workstyle, embracing a hybrid working pattern and supporting those who need to balance work/life commitments a bit differently than others.
- Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
- An inclusive and diverse work environment, embracing the variety of disciplines, cultures, backgrounds and lifestyles of our employees through our Jacobs Employee Networks.
- A focus on safety, health, and wellbeing, prioritising our people through a culture of caring and positive mental health champion network.
- Opportunities to give back to our communities through our Collectively program, incorporating matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
We want you to bring your whole, authentic self to Jacobs.