Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Jacobs; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 142,200 - 248,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) plan

Discounted company stock purchase

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer based in Bellevue, WA. This role involves leading geotechnical tasks in various projects, particularly in water and transportation markets. You will mentor junior staff and manage projects from concept through construction.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Civil Engineering and an M.S./Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering with 15 years of experience. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• 15 years of geotechnical consulting experience with a focus on heavy infrastructure projects.
• PE license required.
• 10 or more years of geotechnical design experience in the dams market preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentoring less experienced staff.
• Leading geotechnical project development and implementation.
• Preparing reports and contract documents.
• Supporting construction phase with engineers.

Skills

Exploration methods

Geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring

Soil and rock laboratory testing

Design and inspection of dam and levee projects

Geotechnical structure design

Earthquake hazard evaluations

Technical report preparation

Geotechnical analysis software (e.g., SETTLE3D, FLAC)

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering

M.S./Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Overview

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

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will lead geotechnical tasks and lead the delivery for a wide variety of projects, with a focus on medium‑to‑large civil infrastructure projects primarily in the water and transportation markets. This position is based in Bellevue, WA.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include mentoring less experienced staff, leading projects in the development and implementation of geotechnical data collection programs, geotechnical analyses, preparation of reports, development of contract documents, and providing support during project construction. Each day you will follow projects from concept development through the construction phase with our engineers.

Technical skills required

• Exploration methods, geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring, and laboratory testing for soil and rock
• Experience with design, construction, and inspection of dam and levee projects
• Design of typical geotechnical structures, such as shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, embankment and cut slopes, and ground improvement
• Understanding of earthquake hazard evaluations, including liquefaction assessments, site‑specific ground response analyses, and development of design spectra
• Preparation of technical reports
• Familiarity with computer programs for geotechnical analyses, such as SETTLE3D, LPILE, SLIDE or SLOPE, MATHCAD, FB‑Multipier, PLAXIS, and FLAC
• Preparation of design drawings and specifications

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering
• M.S./Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering
• 15 years of geotechnical consulting experience with a focus on heavy infrastructure projects
• PE license
• 10 or more years of geotechnical design experience in the dams market preferred

Benefits and compensation

The base salary range for this position is $142,200.00 to $248,800.00. 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. Additional rewards may include merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

EEO statement

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.