Highways Engineer

About Jacobs

Jacobs is committed to creating a better tomorrow by addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges through innovative solutions in urban development, environmental resilience, critical operations, scientific advancement, and advanced manufacturing. Our projects transform concepts into impactful realities improving communities globally.

Role Overview

As a Highways Engineer working across Ireland and the UK, you will play a vital role in executing significant transportation projects. Your expertise will contribute to connecting communities, fostering growth, and promoting sustainability through infrastructure development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from feasibility and conceptual stages through to detailed design and implementation.
• Provide technical leadership across a varied portfolio including major highways infrastructure, complex junctions, and active travel projects.
• Ensure design outcomes meet high standards of innovation, quality, and compliance.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and multi-disciplinary teams, offering expert advice and fostering cooperative relationships throughout all project phases.
• Engage in nationally important programs for organizations such as Transport Infrastructure Ireland, National Transport Authority, Irish Rail, local councils, and key contractors.

Notable Projects

• Foynes to Limerick route including the Adare Bypass
• M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy Road
• BusConnects initiatives in Dublin and Cork
• N2 Ardee to Castleblayney stretch
• N21 Newcastle West & Abbeyfeale corridor
• N59 Bunnakill to Oughterard route
• Active Travel schemes in Dublin City
• Dublin MetroLink and Cork Light Rail Transit projects

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree (Level 8) in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer accreditation with Engineers Ireland or a comparable body.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Transport Infrastructure Ireland publications, UK Design Manual for Roads and Bridges standards, and Active Travel guidelines.
• Substantial hands-on experience with major highways, local road, or active travel projects, including health and safety legislation compliance.
• Demonstrated background in construction supervision and road safety assessments.
• Proficiency in Building Information Modelling (BIM).

Our Commitment

Jacobs is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, safe, and supportive workplace culture valuing mental wellbeing and belonging. Our diverse community supports flexible work arrangements, professional growth, and social responsibility initiatives designed to empower every employee. We embrace hybrid work models balancing office presence and remote working to optimize performance and collaboration.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We strive to create an accessible recruitment process and workplace, encouraging applications from individuals with disabilities and those seeking flexible arrangements. Equal opportunity is central to our hiring, and accommodations are available for applicants needing assistance during the process.