Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Jacobs Solutions Inc.•Milwaukee, WI

49d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 When it comes to environmental consulting, we're focused on cleaning up our communities today to improve tomorrow. We're looking for a senior-level Geotechnical Engineer to join our Federal and Environmental group. You'll be tasked with focusing on the geotechnical aspects of our environmental remediation sites for government and private-sector clients. Based out of one of our US offices, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects nationwide, participating in a variety of office and field tasks related to planning, evaluating, designing, and implementing the geotechnical aspects of environmental remedies. You'll apply your technical experience with the support of our global geotechnical technology team. Your analytical skills will be called upon as you evaluate site conditions, determine geotechnical design data needs, assess remedial alternatives, perform engineering calculations, and develop designs. You'll use your technical writing skills to prepare work plans, reports, and design documents, including design specifications. You'll also be expected to be a resource and leader to our team of junior and mid-level engineers, passing your knowledge and experiences on to others. As a Senior level Engineer, you'll work side-by-side with Design Managers and discipline leads, but you will be called on to take ownership of your own assigned tasks. You'll be handling work on multiple projects, so we'll rely on you to prioritize effectively, keeping the big picture in mind. You may spend up to 10% to 15% of your time in the field to help kick off important field events and taking time to train and guide junior staff in the gathering of high-quality geotechnical and other design data. Safety will be your priority, as you contribute to "incident free" operations and maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety in everything you do both in the office and the field.

Requirements

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geo-Environmental Engineering, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, or other closely related engineering field
Minimum of 15 years of professional on-the-job experience related to geotechnical design demonstrated by design projects or research
Demonstrated high-level knowledge of geotechnical and design concepts
Knowledge and experience with geotechnical aspects of environmental remedial actions
Previous geotechnical design projects with a strong focus on slope stability, settlement, groundwater seepage, retaining wall design, seismic design, and ground improvement. Any construction oversight of implemented design solutions would be a positive.
Familiarity with the following software: Roc science's: Settle3 and Slide 2/3, BSI FB Multiplier, PDI GRL Weap, Mathcad Prime, Deep Excavation, Ensoft's: Apile, Lpile, Pywall and Group, Plaxis 3D and SNAP-2.
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Strong writing and communication skills with experience in leading in the delivery of key technical components for projects
Strong attention to detail when conducting remedial work and evaluating geotechnical data
40-hr HAZWOPER certification or the ability to attain this certification

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and experience with applying state and federal environmental regulations, including the United States Environmental Protection Agency Superfund program
Professional on-the-job experience related to planning, design, and construction of environmental remedial actions
Professional on-the-job experience related to performing and leading environmental field work for remediation projects, and an understanding of methodology and procedures
Experience working on active project sites and overseeing subcontractors or third-party construction contractors
Strong organizational skills and ability to document design decisions and action items
Ability to follow up on tasks and take ownership of projects as well as train and lead other engineers in your discipline
Ability to communicate concisely and proactively with coworkers, contractors, and clients
Ability to work remotely with teams located nationwide in geographically diverse locations

Benefits

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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.
And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

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