Jacobs is looking for a highly motivated Senior Geotechnical Engineer to work supporting multi-discipline design and construction projects; including site development, water/wastewater facilities, conveyance projects, roads and highways, etc. This position requires a geotechnical engineer who wants to function as part of a large interdisciplinary design team, who can interact with our existing and prospective clients, who can provide support to business development efforts, and who will assist the regional business group and geotechnical leadership in advancing the technical capabilities of the regional office and global geotechnical group. As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will lead geotechnical tasks and lead the delivery of geotechnical engineering work for a wide variety of projects, with a focus on water and transportation market projects such as dams, levees, treatment plants, bridges, and related infrastructure projects. These projects will include both conventional design-bid-build projects, as well as design-build projects. Candidate skills should include good oral and written communication, strong data analysis & technical problem solving, strong organizational skills, multitasking ability, excellent computer skills and team-oriented work practices, and strong business acumen. Candidate should demonstrate a strong technical knowledge of soil mechanics and geotechnical design principles, with preference given to those with experience in related project areas. Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, quality driven, and team-focused. Just so you know, occasional travel may be required. If you’re up for the challenge, we’ve been looking for someone just like you. Join our team and help us lay the foundation for human progress. Responsibilities: * Undertake planning and technical delivery of geotechnical deliverables, including designs, design documentation, reports, and specifications. * 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 * Provide technical input and advice to design teams and clients with respect to Geotechnical Engineering in accordance with relevant industry/client, local, and international standards. * Confidently review and independently check Geotechnical designs and documentation completed by others. * Construction site-based activities, including construction observation, meetings in a construction team environment, and assisting contractors in identifying appropriate design solutions when ground conditions vary from what was planned. * Planning, execution, and overseeing site investigations and geotechnical fieldwork. * Design of typical geotechnical structures, such as shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, embankment and cut slopes, and ground improvement. * Responsibility for scoping and planning projects, and support for geotechnical proposals and tenders. * Maintain and build on existing internal and external client relationships. * Contribute to projects in accordance with Jacobs systems and processes. * Mentoring and provide guidance to other technical staff (more inexperienced junior engineers, graduates, etc.) in the use and application of geotechnical principles. * Working collaboratively with other members of Civil and Ground Engineering sections, in support of their projects. * B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering * M.S or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology * Minimum 15 years of geotechnical consulting experience with a focus on water and transportation market or related infrastructure projects * Significant knowledge and experience of geotechnical design principles and methods, and deliverables for infrastructure projects * Experience with design, construction, and inspection of water and transportation market projects * Understanding of earthquake hazard evaluations, including liquefaction assessments, site-specific ground response analyses, and development of design spectra; * Familiarity with computer programs for geotechnical analyses, such as SETTLE3, LPILE, SLIDE or SLOPE/W, MATHCAD, FB-Multipier, PLAXIS, and FLAC; and * Professional Engineer License #LI-DL1 Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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