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 positive.

Your impact

The world needs innovators and problem solvers who turn challenges into greater opportunities. We have an insatiable curiosity about solutions to move people and goods safely and efficiently across the globe. From rail systems mobilising accessible transit, to ports linking land and sea – when it comes to connecting the people and places of tomorrow, the future of transport depends on us.

With recent project wins across transportation and a growing pipeline of infrastructure opportunities, Jacobs is expanding our Tunnel and Ground Engineering team in Perth.

We are looking for a

Senior Geotechnical Engineer who is passionate about solving complex ground engineering challenges and delivering projects that create a more connected and sustainable world.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who has built a solid foundation in geotechnical engineering and is looking to further develop their technical leadership, project delivery and client engagement capabilities. You'll work alongside experienced specialists on a diverse range of infrastructure and resource projects across Australia and New Zealand while helping shape the future growth of our team.

Your impact

As part of our growing team, you will:

Plan, coordinate and deliver geotechnical investigations across a variety of infrastructure and resource projects

Undertake and review soil and rock logging in accordance with AS1726





Complete geotechnical assessments, analysis and design activities

Prepare technical reports, design documentation and engineering recommendations

Support construction activities and provide practical geotechnical advice during project delivery

Contribute to project planning including scopes of work, proposals, budgets and delivery programmes

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Jacobs and our Global Integrated Delivery network

Support the development and mentoring of early-career engineers

Build and maintain positive client and stakeholder relationships

Champion safety, quality and environmental excellence in everything you do

Why Jacobs?

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow.

You'll join a global community of innovators, problem-solvers and technical specialists delivering solutions to some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges. We offer meaningful career development opportunities, flexible ways of working and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on projects that benefit communities across Australia and New Zealand.

Our values guide everything we do:

We do things right

We challenge the accepted

We aim higher

We live inclusion

Join our Perth Tunnel and Ground Engineering team and help create a more connected, sustainable and resilient future.





Here’s what you’ll need

Degree qualification in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Experience delivering geotechnical investigations, analysis and design

Effective technical report writing and communication skills

Experience working in consulting, contractor or client-side environments

Understanding of project delivery, risk management and health and safety requirements

A collaborative mindset and willingness to work across multidisciplinary project teams

Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes

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With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs here .

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every emplo

📌 Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Perth)
🏢 Jacobs Engineering Group
📍 Perth