Job description
As a Geotechnical Engineer at Jacobs in Bellevue, Washington, you will be part of a dynamic team of nearly 150 professionals dedicated to civil infrastructure projects. Your role will involve collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide innovative solutions for a diverse portfolio of projects. You will work from concept through construction, ensuring the design and implementation of resilient communities and sustainable environments. This position offers the opportunity to engage in both local and global infrastructure initiatives.
Requirements
- 2β5 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Master's or PhD with a geotechnical or geological emphasis
- Strong academic foundation in soil mechanics and geotechnical design principles
Responsibilities
- Participate in field assignments including soil and rock borings, CPT soundings, geophysical testing, instrumentation installation, and construction inspections
- Analyze field logs and lab data to support geotechnical design decisions
- Design shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, ground improvement, embankments, and cut slopes
- Perform seismic hazard analyses, including site-response studies and liquefaction evaluations
- Prepare calculation packages and technical documentation such as memos, reports, and specifications
- Use advanced software tools for engineering analysis
- Review construction submittals for compliance with design assumptions and contract requirements
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 Β· 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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