Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior-Level Geotechnical Engineer

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the worlds 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 good.

Your impact

When it comes to environmental consulting, were focused on cleaning up our communities today to improve tomorrow. Were looking for a senior-level Geotechnical Engineer to join our Federal and Environmental group. Youll be tasked with focusing on the geotechnical aspects of our environmental remediation sites for government and private-sector clients.

Based out of one of our US offices, youll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects nationwide, participating in a variety of office and field tasks related to planning, evaluating, designing, and implementing the geotechnical aspects of environmental remedies. Youll apply your technical experience with the support of our global geotechnical technology team. Your analytical skills will be called upon as you evaluate site conditions, determine geotechnical design data needs, assess remedial alternatives, perform engineering calculations, and develop designs. Youll use your technical writing skills to prepare work plans, reports, and design documents, including design specifications. Youll also be expected to be a resource and leader to our team of junior and mid-level engineers, passing your knowledge and experiences on to others.

As a Senior level Engineer, youll work side-by-side with Design Managers and discipline leads, but youll be called on to take ownership of your own assigned tasks. Youll be handling work on multiple projects, so well rely on you to prioritize effectively, keeping the big picture in mind. You may spend up to 10% to 15% of your time in the field to help kick off important field events and taking time to train and guide junior staff in the gathering of high-quality geotechnical and other design data.

Safety will be your priority, as you contribute to incident free operations and maintain the highest standards of health & safety in everything you do both in the office and the field.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices / projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Heres what youll need :

Masters degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geo-Environmental Engineering, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, or other closely related engineering field

Minimum of 15 years of professional on-the-job experience related to geotechnical design demonstrated by design projects or research

Demonstrated high-level knowledge of geotechnical and design concepts

Knowledge and experience with geotechnical aspects of environmental remedial actions

Previous geotechnical design projects with a strong focus on slope stability, settlement, groundwater seepage, retaining wall design, seismic design, and ground improvement. Any construction oversight of implemented design solutions would be a positive.

Familiarity with the following software : Roc sciences : Settle3 and Slide 2 / 3, BSI FB Multiplier, PDI GRL Weap, Mathcad Prime, Deep Excavation, Ensofts : Apile, Lpile, Pywall and Group, Plaxis 3D and SNAP-2.

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Strong writing and communication skills with experience in leading in the delivery of key technical components for projects

Strong attention to detail when conducting remedial work and evaluating geotechnical data

40-hr HAZWOPER certification or the ability to attain this certification

Ideally, youll also have :

Knowledge of and experience with applying state and federal environmental regulations, including the United States Environmental Protection Agency Superfund program

Professional on-the-job experience related to planning, design, and construction of environmental remedial actions

Professional on-the-job experience related to performing and leading environmental field work for remediation projects, and an understanding of methodology and procedures

Experience working on active project sites and overseeing subcontractors or third-party construction contractors

Strong organizational skills and ability to document design decisions and action items

Ability to follow up on tasks and take ownership of projects as well as train and lead other engineers in your discipline

Ability to communicate concisely and proactively with coworkers, contractors, and clients

Ability to work remotely with teams located nationwide in geographically diverse locations

At Jacobs, were partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, youll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Jacobs health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried / exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $120,400.00 to $180,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Locations

Chicago, Illinois

Denver, Colorado

St. Louis, Missouri

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Troy, Michigan

Houston, Texas

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Madison, Wisconsin

Reston, Virginia

Richmond, Virginia

Virginia Beach, Virginia