Geotechnical Engineer

Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer

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. We have a great opportunity for a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer to join our Knoxville, TN office and be part of the Geotechnics Group for the region. As a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to follow projects from concept through construction, working on current and upcoming design-bid-build and design-build projects in highways, rail, water, environmental, ports, and advanced facilities sectors. By joining our practice you'll be responsible for leading geotechnical aspects associated with the design of shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, and slope stabilizing measures. You will also be responsible for coordination and generation of geotechnical-based specifications and preparation of data, baseline, and interpretative reports.

Requirements:

• BS in Civil or Geological Engineering
• 10-15 years of geotechnical consulting experience
• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Experience with TDOT projects and standards
• Ability and willingness to visit and safely navigate construction and project sites and comply with all applicable safety codes and requirements
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with exploration methods, geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring, and laboratory testing of soil and rock
• Knowledge of the process to design shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, embankment and cut slopes, and slope improvement
• Preparation of technical reports, design drawings, and specifications
• Proficient with Microstation and/or AutoCAD
• Familiarity with computer programs for geotechnical analyses, such as SLIDE, SETTLE3D, LPILE, APILE, Shaft, FB Multipier, DeepEx, and GRLWEAP

Ideally you'll also have MS with concentration in Geotechnical Engineering.

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