Job description
The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will lead geotechnical tasks and project delivery for various medium- to large-scale civil infrastructure projects, primarily in the water and transportation sectors. This role involves mentoring junior staff and collaborating with a large interdisciplinary design team. The engineer will engage with clients and support business development efforts while advancing the technical capabilities of the geotechnical group. The position offers opportunities to follow projects from concept development through construction.
Requirements
- B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering
- M.S/Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering
- 15 years of geotechnical consulting experience with a focus on design-build transportation projects
- PE license
- 10 or more years of geotechnical design experience in the dams market preferred
Responsibilities
- Mentor less experienced staff in geotechnical engineering practices
- Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical data collection programs
- Conduct geotechnical analyses and prepare technical reports
- Develop contract documents and provide support during project construction
- Interact with clients and assist in 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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