Relatively* flexible, poor growth for a graduate - can do better - Graduate Engineer Jacobs Employee Review

3.0
Jun 5, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Reasonably flexible work schedule, with availability to work from home some days of the week Relatively nice working culture Standard salary graduate, but this is starting to become low given cost of living

Cons

40 working hours minimum oer week (not 37.5) Working overtime is typical (written in your contract as already considered in your pay) All about hitting 80% billable hours (even when work is scarce) Job boils down to cookie cutter tasks resulting in poor development of skills

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5.0
Apr 3, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Strong learning environment for entry-level engineers Great exposure to large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects with experienced mentors and structured onboarding. Reputable global firm Jacobs’ strong brand name adds credibility to your résumé and opens doors for future opportunities in both public and private sectors. Good career growth and mobility Clear pathways to move into roles like Project Engineer, Assistant Resident Engineer, or Construction Management with internal postings encouraged. Supportive team culture (project-dependent) Most teams are collaborative, and senior staff are willing to guide junior engineers, especially in inspection and CM roles. Competitive benefits and job stability Solid health benefits, 401(k), PTO, and steadier work compared to smaller consulting firms—especially on long-term public agency contracts.

Cons

Growth pace depends on manager and project Advancement and role expansion can vary widely based on leadership and available opportunities.

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4.0
Jun 29, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The benefits and unlimited pto are great

Cons

It’s a big company, so there are a lot of corporate games you have to play to get noticed and advance in your career

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