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Geotechnical Engineer

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

At Jacobs, we're not just designing infrastructurewe're shaping resilient communities and sustainable environments. As a Geotechnical Engineer in our Portland, Oregon office, you'll join a dynamic team of nearly 150 geotechnical professionals across 15+ offices in North America, supporting a diverse portfolio of civil infrastructure projects.

What You'll Do

You'll work on projects from concept through constructionacross both design-bid-build and design-build delivery models. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you'll share technical insights across geographic boundaries and contribute to innovative solutions for projects ranging from local builds to global infrastructure.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Participating in field assignments: soil and rock borings, CPT soundings, geophysical testing, instrumentation installation, and construction inspections
• Analyzing field logs and lab data to support geotechnical design decisions
• Designing shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, ground improvement, embankments, cut slopes, and more
• Performing seismic hazard analyses, including site-response studies and liquefaction evaluations
• Preparing calculation packages and technical documentation (memos, reports, specifications)
• Using advanced software tools such as Settle3D, Slide, LPILE, DeepXcav, FLAC, PLAXIS, and MathCAD for engineering analysis
• Reviewing construction submittals for compliance with design assumptions and contract requirements

Ready to build what's next? Join Jacobs and be part of a team that's redefining what's possible in geotechnical engineering.

Here's what you'll need:

• 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
• BS in Civil Engineering and MS/PhD with a geotechnical or geological emphasis
• Strong academic foundation in soil mechanics and geotechnical design principles
• Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software
• Experience in site characterization, deep foundation and retaining structure design, and seismic evaluations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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