Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for engineering quality and technical excellence? Do you have in-depth knowledge of BS8888, GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis? Are you confident reviewing complex engineering drawings, resolving technical issues and ensuring documentation meets the highest standards? This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a major defence engineering programme, helping deliver critical engineering projects within a highly regulated environment. The opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a globally recognised engineering and technology partner supporting a major defence engineering programme. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining the accuracy, integrity and compliance of engineering drawings and technical documentation. You will use your expertise in engineering drawing standards, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and tolerance analysis...

Senior Associate Director Protection & Control (P&C) Design Engineer - UK Grid Network Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Senior Associate Director Protection & Control Engineer to support a range of high-profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership on FEED and detailed design workstreams for Protection & Control systems across transmission and renewable energy projects Lead interface design, protection schemes, control philosophies, and settings coordination Oversee technical assurance, quality control, and timely delivery of design packages and bids Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of engineering talent within the P&C discipline Monitor...

Senior Associate Director HV Cable System Design Engineer Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Senior Associate Director HV Cable System to support a range of high-profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems. You will lead the design delivery for Cable System Projects up to 400kV, from the tendering stage through to project handover. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Developing HV/EHV cabling systems specifications, concept/detailed design and design review, estimation, site supervision and support as required. Provide technical support to the team on all aspects of HV cable system engineering and design Prepare plant and equipment technical specification, power cable route specifications, tender specifications,...

Senior Civil Engineer - Dams/Reservoirs The UK is entering a once-in-a-generation era of reservoir development. From major Strategic Resource Option (SRO) schemes to pumped storage hydro projects, the judgements made today will shape water security, sustainability and resilience for decades to come. As an experienced dams and reservoirs professional, you'll be at the forefront of that transformation. Joining our Water Catchment Management team, you'll help deliver high-profile projects that protect communities, safeguard critical infrastructure and support the UK's future water needs. You'll play a key role in developing innovative reservoir engineering solutions across the full asset lifecycle, from feasibility and appraisal through to detailed design, statutory inspections, remediation and dam discontinuance. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on some of the UK's most important water infrastructure projects. What's In It For You This is more than...

In November 2023, MMB continued its expansion south and secured its first ever framework with South West Water, the company responsible for the water and wastewater services of 1.8 million customers in Cornwall, Devon, the Isles of Scilly and parts of Dorset and Somerset . We ve been steadily building a local design and construction team to deliver some of the largest and most complex multi-disciplinary water projects in the South West. We have a great opportunity for the right person to join our team and help deliver design and build projects from concept to completion on site. The multi-million-pound AMP8 contract runs for five years to 2029 - with the potential for a further five-year extension - and sees us bring our track record of innovative project delivery to the south west of England for the very first time. We re already on site driving the completion of an existing project and we re due to land new projects on site in 2026 as we continue to demonstrate to our...

Client: Principal Contractor (In-House Design Consultancy) Location: Exeter Support a major contractors design consultancy delivering detailed drainage and water engineering packages across active infrastructure schemes, including Building & Development, Transportation, Utilities, and Flood & Water Management. Key Deliverables Detailed Design: Deliver coordinated, buildable surface water networks, foul drainage, and SuDS designs to programme. Technical Compliance: Apply relevant UK design standards (DMRB, CIRIA SuDS Manual C753, Building Regs Part H, Water Industry Standards). Package Control: Own technical task delivery, managing budget, deadlines, and technical query resolutions. Multi-Disciplinary Interface: Coordinate with wider structural, highways, and site engineering teams, as well as statutory bodies (EA, LLFAs, water authorities). Design Checking: Conduct design reviews, sign off technical calculations, and offer informal task...

Consultant Tunnelling Engineer - Exeter, Devon Rate: From 400 per day (CIS) Location: Exeter, Devon Engagement: Consultancy / Contract Sector: Tunnelling, Trenchless Technology and Energy Infrastructure We are seeking an experienced Consultant Tunnelling Engineer to provide independent technical advice and specialist engineering expertise on a major energy infrastructure project in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity for an established tunnelling professional to contribute to the early planning, construction methodology assessment and contractor selection stages of a significant underground infrastructure scheme. The Project The client is currently assessing several construction methodologies, including: Approximately 750m of thrust bore tunnelling. Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD). HDD installations beneath watercourses. Deep shaft construction and associated temporary works. Underground district heating infrastructure. Key Responsibilities The successful...

Graduate Civil Engineer - Ports & Maritime (Exeter) Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Program (GDP) and help shape better environments, communities and societies. Bring your passion, creativity and ambition - and together, we'll create lasting change. What You'll Get Our two-year Graduate Development Program is designed to accelerate your growth as you begin your Jacobs career. Through blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you'll build capability across four key areas: human skills, consulting skills, championing our strategy, and developing your personal passions. You'll tailor your learning journey to your interests, career goals and technical strengths - creating a graduate experience that's uniquely yours. Much of your development will come through real project work, supported by your manager and mentor to ensure you gain the experiences that matter most. The Graduate Development Program isn't just a steppingstone - it's a...

Graduate Surface Water Management Engineer (Exeter) - March 2027 Start Date Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Program (GDP) and help shape better environments, communities and societies. Bring your passion, creativity and ambition - and together, we'll create lasting change. What You'll Get Our two-year Graduate Development Program is designed to accelerate your growth as you begin your Jacobs career. Through blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you'll build capability across four key areas: human skills, consulting skills, championing our strategy, and developing your personal passions. You'll tailor your learning journey to your interests, career goals and technical strengths - creating a graduate experience that's uniquely yours. Much of your development will come through real project work, supported by your manager and mentor to ensure you gain the experiences that matter most. The Graduate Development Program isn't just a...

Software Engineer I am currently recruiting for a Software Engineer to join a leading organisation within the public sector. Within this role, the ideal candidate must have previous experiences of working across the full stack including: Java, AWS and Springboot. Location - Fully Remote Salary - £65,000 Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain complex software solutions ensuring they are secure and tested Contribute to software architecture decisions making sure they are all aligned with project and business goals Work alongside Testers, product management and digital functions Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues ensuring software operates smoothly and efficiently Skills Proven experience in full stack development which includes the design and development of Java, spring boot and AWS Some proficiency in Python, java or JavaScript Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps practices Familiar with CI/CD pipelines, automated...

Client: Principal Contractor (In-House Design Consultancy) Location: Exeter Support a major contractors design consultancy delivering detailed drainage and water engineering packages across active infrastructure schemes, including Building & Development, Transportation, Utilities, and Flood & Water Management. Key Deliverables Detailed Design: Deliver coordinated, buildable surface water networks, foul drainage, and SuDS designs to programme. Technical Compliance: Apply relevant UK design standards (DMRB, CIRIA SuDS Manual C753, Building Regs Part H, Water Industry Standards). Package Control: Own technical task delivery, managing budget, deadlines, and technical query resolutions. Multi-Disciplinary Interface: Coordinate with wider structural, highways, and site engineering teams, as well as statutory bodies (EA, LLFAs, water authorities). Design Checking: Conduct design reviews, sign off technical calculations, and...

Principal Engineer - Water Design and Build Shape the Future of Water. Lead What Matters. The UK water sector is changing faster than ever before. With unprecedented investment and sector-wide reform underway, this is a once-in-a-generation moment to leave your mark on critical national infrastructure. If you're a Civil Engineer/Senior Civil Engineer or a Principal Civil Engineer ready to lead, influence and shape complex water and wastewater projects, this is your opportunity to step into a role where your expertise truly counts. Your Impact This is more than a technical role - it's a leadership platform. You'll be at the heart of transformational water and wastewater programmes, setting technical direction, mentoring future talent and influencing how vital assets are designed, built and operated for decades to come. Your work will: Safeguard communities and the environment through safe, compliant and buildable designs Drive low-carbon, sustainable solutions...

Principal Protection & Control (P&C) Design Engineer - UK Grid Network Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Protection & Control Engineer to support a range of high-profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems. Key Responsibilities: Lead FEED and detailed design workstreams for Protection & Control systems across transmission and renewable energy projects Develop and review interface designs, protection schemes, and control philosophies Ensure quality assurance and timely delivery of design packages and technical bids Undertake site visits and non-intrusive surveys as part of design or site support activities Review protection settings, relay coordination, and scheme logic Coordinate with back-office...

Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...

Associate Director - Civil Engineering (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking an Associate Director - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Define civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with...

Lead Solution Architect Join Jacobs' Design Automation team and play a key role in shaping the software products and platforms used by engineers across our global business. Operating as part of a product-focused software organisation within Jacobs, you'll help define the architectural direction for a diverse portfolio of applications, driving innovation, scalability, and engineering excellence. This is not simply a delivery role; it is a transformation role. A real opportunity to influence how software is designed, built, and delivered across multiple teams. Your leadership will help strengthen engineering standards, improve development practices, and ensure our technology platforms are ready to support future growth, including the adoption of emerging AI-enabled capabilities. What You'll Do As Lead Solution Architect, you'll provide architectural leadership across a broad portfolio of software products and services. Working closely with software engineers, product leaders,...

Senior Associate Director - Substations (Primary Design) - UK Grid Network Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Senior Associate Director - Substations (Primary Design) to support a range of high-profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership on FEED and detailed design workstreams for National Grid and DNO clients Oversee quality assurance, resource planning, and capability development across multiple projects Lead technical reviews of HV plant aspects including layouts, earthing design and reports, mechanical interlocking, HV busbar calculations, and equipment specifications Coordinate with back-office engineers, sub-contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery Manage...

Principal Substation (Primary Design) Engineer - UK Grid Network Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Primary Substation Engineer to support a range of high-profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems. Key Responsibilities: Lead FEED and detailed design workstreams for National Grid and DNO clients Ensure quality assurance and timely delivery of design packages and bids Review HV plant aspects including layouts, earthing, interlocking, busbar calculations, and specifications Coordinate with back-office engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors Attend and contribute to design reviews, hazard reviews, FAT and SAT Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers Support tendering activities and contribute...