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Geotechnical Engineer Professional

Jacobs

Location

Corvallis, OR

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/18/2026

Compensation

$130,832 - $132,775 per year

Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Geotechnical Engineer position at Jacobs involves planning and leading field assignments related to geotechnical explorations and inspections. The role requires collaboration with senior engineers to analyze data and design geotechnical structures. The team focuses on innovative solutions for critical infrastructure projects, ensuring safety and compliance. This position offers opportunities for travel and working with high-quality professionals in the field.

Requirements

  • A Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering with a Geotechnical Engineering specialty or closely related field.
  • Two years of work experience in the job offered or a related Geotechnical Engineering occupation.
  • Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T) (FE) certification.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and lead field assignments that include observation of explorations and installation of geotechnical instrumentation.
  • Analyze field logs and laboratory testing results to assist in selecting geotechnical design parameters.
  • Design shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, and other geotechnical structures.
  • Perform seismic hazard analyses and prepare clear calculation packages and technical reports.
  • Use various geotechnical software programs to complete engineering analysis and prepare design drawings.

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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