The Geotechnical Engineer will join the Geotechnics team in Columbus, Ohio, focusing on diverse projects related to highways, rail, dams, and water resources. This role involves leading geotechnical design activities and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective solutions. The engineer will contribute to projects from early concept through construction, ensuring practical and technically sound outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects that enhance community resilience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of geotechnical design and analysis experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with dams and water resources project best practices
• Knowledge of design processes for shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, and slope improvement
• Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Lead geotechnical design for shallow and deep foundations and earth retaining structures
• Plan and support subsurface explorations and laboratory testing of soil and rock
• Perform geotechnical analyses using industry-standard engineering software
• Prepare technical reports, design drawings, and specifications
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and clients to develop effective geotechnical solutions
• Visit construction and project sites while following applicable safety requirements

• 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.