US civil engineering firm Jacobs (NYSE: J) is to recruit hundreds of new employees in the UK to “supercharge” the energy transition.
The New York-listed firm is aiming to further renewable energy solutions, including the use of hydrogen and nuclear power.
Jacobs is currently assisting renewable energy company RWE with a feasibility study into green hydrogen production.
It is also supporting existing nuclear power stations, including Hinkley Point C.
To continue its work, Jacobs plans to hire 600 people for full and part-time roles across the UK and Ireland.
A range of roles need to be filled, including in strategic consulting, all engineering disciplines and project delivery and programme management.
Jacobs recently set out its plans to tackle climate change with its 2022 to 2024 company strategy.
The company has pledged to place greater significance on the delivery of integrated solutions for energy transition, decarbonisation, adaptation and resilience, and natural resource stewardship.
Jacobs Energy, Security & Technology senior vice president Karen Wiemelt said: “We’re recruiting from within the energy industry and also people with backgrounds in critical national infrastructure, aerospace, transportation, water, environmental, information technology and manufacturing.
“Climate response and energy security is a key national priority for the UK and we have many fantastic opportunities for people to join us and help create a smarter, more connected and more sustainable world.”
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