Geotechnical Design Engineer/Construction Inspector

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off (PPTO)

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in St.

Louis, MO, seeks a Geotechnical Design Engineer/Construction Inspector to lead on-site geotechnical activities, monitor soil conditions, manage earthwork, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance on exciting infrastructure projects. You will coordinate testing with labs and subcontractors, review results, supervise foundation preparation, and serve as the on-site authority coordinating crews, QC, and safety briefings to keep work progressing on time and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Previous professional experience in construction quality control with emphasis on geotechnical aspects (earthwork, foundations, soil testing).
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation design, and geotechnical testing procedures.
• Familiarity with building codes, inspection processes, and safety standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft OneNote and other project documentation tools.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Local to St. Louis, MO and ability to commute to project site

Responsibilities

• Monitor and verify soil conditions, compaction, and grading per project specifications.
• Oversee foundation preparation, earthwork operations, and excavation safety.
• Coordinate geotechnical testing (e.g., soil density, moisture content, bearing capacity) and review lab results.
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical design parameters and identify potential subsurface risks.
• Inspect work for adherence to plans, specifications, and geotechnical standards.
• Coordinate with Site Team Leads for testing and inspections.
• Attend daily coordination meetings with the Superintendent to review QC issues, schedule, and inspections, as required.
• Serve as point of contact for geotechnical testing agencies and inspection teams, as required.
• Lead daily site kickoff meetings to communicate safety, QC priorities, and work plans, as required.
• Assist Site Team Lead to supervise all on-site activities to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Enforce safety protocols and conduct daily safety briefings, as required.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Inspect work for adherence to plans, specifications, and geotechnical standards.
• Coordinate with Quality Control teams for testing and inspections.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Missouri

Tools

Microsoft OneNote

Job description

Geotechnical Design Engineer/Construction Inspector

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.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we're not just building structures—we're helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world.

Jacobs is seeking a Geotechnical Design Engineer/Construction Inspector with a strong geotechnical engineering background to join our team in St. Louis, MO.

In this key position, you will assist project Site Team Leads to oversee all on-site operations, ensuring projects are executed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires leadership and communication skills to assist with coordination of crews and subcontractors, enforce safety compliance, manage resources, and maintain seamless communication between field teams and project management. You'll drive productivity, resolve challenges proactively, and serve with the team to be the on-site authority for delivering exceptional results - while applying geotechnical principles to ensure soil, foundation, and earthwork integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

Geotechnical Oversight

• Monitor and verify soil conditions, compaction, and grading per project specifications.
• Oversee foundation preparation, earthwork operations, and excavation safety.
• Coordinate geotechnical testing (e.g., soil density, moisture content, bearing capacity) and review lab results.
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical design parameters and identify potential subsurface risks.

Quality Assurance

• Inspect work for adherence to plans, specifications, and geotechnical standards.
• Coordinate with Site Team Leads for testing and inspections.

Coordination & Communication

• Attend daily coordination meetings with the Superintendent to review QC issues, schedule, and inspections, as required.
• Serve as point of contact for geotechnical testing agencies and inspection teams, as required.
• Lead daily site kickoff meetings to communicate safety, QC priorities, and work plans, as required.

Site Management & Safety

• Assist Site Team Lead to supervise all on-site activities to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Enforce safety protocols and conduct daily safety briefings, as required.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.

Quality Assurance

• Inspect work for adherence to plans, specifications, and geotechnical standards.
• Coordinate with Quality Control teams for testing and inspections.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Previous professional experience in construction quality control with emphasis on geotechnical aspects (earthwork, foundations, soil testing).
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation design, and geotechnical testing procedures.
• Familiarity with building codes, inspection processes, and safety standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft OneNote and other project documentation tools.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Local to St. Louis, MO and ability to commute to project site

Ideally, you'll also have:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Missouri or ability to obtain one within 5 years.
• Experience with ASTM and AASHTO geotechnical testing standards.
• Knowledge of subsurface investigation techniques and risk mitigation strategies.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $70,000.00 to $92,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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. Job posted on September 29, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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