Overview

Graduate Civil Engineer - Regulated Water (Leeds)

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Jacobs is a World Leading company delivering projects in water/wastewater networks, treatment, asset management, and related services. We are recruiting graduates to grow their careers in the water sector across the UK and Ireland, embracing flexible working and welcoming candidates based throughout the UK and Ireland.

What you’ll do – Responsibilities

You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering projects for major water companies. You will work on activities in water and wastewater networks, treatment, asset management, and related areas, striving for technical excellence within time and budget constraints. Specific projects include design and development across water/wastewater assets, pipelines, site layouts, feasibility studies for new assets, and regional water transfers.

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide innovative and sustainable solutions
• Design of water treatment plants, pumping stations and distribution networks to supply drinking water
• Design of wastewater treatment plants and drainage network assets
• Design of pressure and gravity pipelines
• Design of site layouts in markets such as water, data centres and energy
• Preparation of feasibility studies for new water and wastewater assets

What you’ll need – Qualifications

• Be working towards a relevant Degree or Master’s level qualification in Civil Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering or similar
• A flexible self-starter who is keen to drive your career forward
• Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things
• 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

Important dates

Start date: September 2026. Apply before 19 October 2025 for first assessment window; applications may still be considered after this date if the role remains open.

What Else We Provide

• A flexible workstyle with hybrid working
• Free single medical cover and digital GP service
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
• Focus on safety, wellbeing and mental health
• Opportunities to give back to communities through matched funding, volunteering time and charitable donations

We are committed to inclusion and belonging, with support for flexible working and reasonable adjustments in recruitment where needed.

For accessibility, Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to attract talent from diverse backgrounds. We welcome applicants who may require flexible working and those who may not meet all listed requirements.

Join Jacobs to grow your career in a collaborative, inclusive environment with opportunities to work on meaningful projects and deliver outcomes for complex challenges.