Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer

Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's 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

We have a great opportunity for an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer to join our Columbus, Ohio office and be part of the Geotechnics Group for the Midwest region. As an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to follow projects from concept through construction, working on current and upcoming design-bid-build and design-build projects in highways, rail, water, environmental, ports, and advanced facilities sectors.

By joining our practice you'll be gathering information, conducting analyses, and assume responsibility for various aspects of the design of shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, and slope stabilization features. You will also be coordinating and generating geotechnical-based specifications and preparation of data, baseline, and interpretative reports.

Skills that are required to serve in this role include, but not necessarily limited to, knowledge and experience in the following areas :

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with exploration methods, geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring, and laboratory testing of soil and rock
• Knowledge of the process to design shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, embankment and cut slopes, and slope improvement
• Preparation of technical reports, design drawings, and specifications
• Proficient with Microstation and / or AutoCAD
• Familiarity with computer programs for geotechnical analyses (e.g., SLIDE, LPILE, APILE, Shaft, GRLWEAP)

Here's What You'll Need

BS in Civil or Geological Engineering

MS in Civil / Geological Engr with concentration in Geotechnical Engineering (preferred)

0 - 4 years of geotechnical engineering experience

Ability and willingness to visit and safely navigate construction and project sites and comply with all applicable safety codes and requirements

Posted Salary Range

Minimum $72,000.00

Upper $85,000.00

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 $72,000.00 to $85,000.00. 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

City

State

Country

Columbus

Ohio

United States