Job description
As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will lead geotechnical tasks and oversee the delivery of various projects, focusing on medium- to large-scale civil infrastructure projects in the water and transportation sectors. This role requires collaboration within a large interdisciplinary design team and interaction with clients to support business development efforts. You will have the opportunity to mentor less experienced staff and contribute to advancing the technical capabilities of the geotechnical group. The position is based in Anchorage, Alaska, and offers a hybrid work setup.
Requirements
- B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering
- M.S/Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering
- 15 years of geotechnical consulting experience with a focus on heavy infrastructure projects
- PE license
- 10 or more years of geotechnical design experience in the dams market preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical data collection programs and analyses.
- Prepare technical reports and contract documents.
- Provide support during project construction phases.
- Mentor less experienced staff and assist in their professional development.
- Interact with clients and support business development efforts.
Benefits
- Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
55
FY2026
Approval rate
98.3%
FY2026
LCA certified
32
FY2026
Entry-level share
18.8%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+57%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-80%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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