Geotechnical Engineer - Field, Design & Seismic Expertise

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Bellevue, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Bellevue, Washington is seeking a Geologist to join a team of geotechnical professionals supporting civil infrastructure projects. You’ll work from concept through construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across North America.

The role emphasizes fieldwork, data analysis, foundation design, seismic evaluations, and preparing memos and reports. A BS in Geology and 2–5 years of experience are expected, with proficiency in geotechnical software.

Qualifications

• BS in Geology required.
• 2–5 years of geotechnical/geological engineering experience.
• Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Participate in field assignments: soil/rock borings, CPT soundings, geophysical tests.
• Analyze field logs and lab data to support geotechnical design decisions.
• Design shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, ground improvement.
• Perform seismic hazard analyses including site-response and liquefaction evaluations.
• Prepare calculation packages and technical documentation.
• Review submittals for design assumptions and contract requirements.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Soil mechanics

Geotechnical design

Seismic evaluations

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Geology

Tools

Settle3D

Slide

LPILE

DeepXcav

FLAC

PLAXIS

MathCAD

Job description

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Bellevue, Washington is seeking a Geologist to join a team of geotechnical professionals supporting civil infrastructure projects. You’ll work from concept through construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across North America.

The role emphasizes fieldwork, data analysis, foundation design, seismic evaluations, and preparing memos and reports. A BS in Geology and 2–5 years of experience are expected, with proficiency in geotechnical software.