Geotechnical Engineer

Job ID: 47913Location: Columbus, Ohio, United StatesCapabilities: Civil and StructuralOffice Setup: HybridSalary: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00Company: JacobsAt 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 transforming infrastructure to create more connected, resilient communities. We’re seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnics team in Columbus, Ohio, supporting diverse projects across highways, rail, dams and water resources, ports, and advanced facilities. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to design-bid-build and design-build projects from early concept through construction.In this role, you’ll lead geotechnical design activities for shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, slopes, and ground improvement solutions. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, technically sound solutions while preparing specifications, design documents, and geotechnical reports that support successful project delivery and client outcomes.What you'll do•

Lead geotechnical design for shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, embankments, cut slopes, and slope stabilization measures•

Plan and support subsurface explorations, geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring, and laboratory testing of soil and rock•

Perform geotechnical analyses using industry-standard engineering software•

Prepare technical reports, design drawings, specifications, and geotechnical data, baseline, and interpretive reports•

Support transportation, rail, dam and water resources, ports, and advanced facilities projects from design through construction•

Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and clients to develop effective geotechnical solutions•

Visit construction and project sites while following applicable safety requirements#LI-LM1236 Here's what you'll need •

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering•

Minimum of 5 years of geotechnical design and analysis experience•

Professional Engineer (PE) license•

Experience with ODOT projects and standards•

Experience with dams and water resources project best practices•

Experience with geotechnical exploration methods, instrumentation and monitoring, and laboratory testing of soil and rock•

Knowledge of design processes for shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, embankment and cut slopes, and slope improvement•

Experience preparing technical reports, design drawings, and specifications•

Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD•

Familiarity with geotechnical analysis software such as SLIDE, SETTLE3D, LPILE, APILE, SHAFT, FB-MultiPier, DeepEX, and GRLWEAP•

Strong written and verbal communication skills•

Ability and willingness to visit and safely navigate construction and project sites and comply with applicable safety codes and requirementsIdeally, you'll also have•

Master’s degree with a concentration in Geotechnical EngineeringOur 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 $95,000.00 to $120,000.00. 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 November 04, 2026. 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.Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support. Locations CityStateCountryColumbusOhioUnited States