Job description
As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer at Jacobs, you will lead geotechnical tasks and oversee the delivery of various projects, focusing on medium- to large-scale civil infrastructure in the water and transportation sectors. This role involves working within a large interdisciplinary design team and interacting with clients to support business development efforts. You will have the opportunity to mentor less experienced staff and guide projects from concept development through construction. The position can be based in either Portland or Corvallis, Oregon.
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
- Lead geotechnical tasks and project delivery for various civil infrastructure projects.
- Mentor less experienced staff in geotechnical practices.
- Develop and implement geotechnical data collection programs and analyses.
- Prepare technical reports and contract documents.
- Provide support during project construction and assist in advancing technical capabilities.
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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