Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer

Jacobs is a company dedicated to solving the world's most critical problems through innovative engineering solutions. They are seeking an Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer to join their Boston office, where the successful candidate will perform design and analysis for various geotechnical projects and support field activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical engineering design and analysis of foundation systems, retaining structures and slopes for transportation infrastructure projects for both public and private clients
• Inspect geotechnical exploratory and construction related activities
• Develop as well as perform oversight of subsurface investigation and laboratory testing programs

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering
• Working knowledge of soil mechanics theory and laboratory testing techniques
• Engineer-In-Training certificate
• Willingness and flexibility to travel for work
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Computer skills including CADD, Microsoft Office
• Driver's license and reliable vehicle will be required
• 0 - 2 years' design experience in a consulting/contracting environment
• At least a 3.0 GPA
• MS degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering
• Previous internship in geotechnical evaluations, soil and rock classification, design analysis of foundation and ground retention systems
• Familiarity with geotechnical analysis programs (e.g Ensoft APile, LPile and Group, GeoStudio Slope/Rocscience SLIDE, GRLWeap, DeepEx, Bentley gINT/Openground, and AutoCAD)
• Python programming and application of AI and ML in civil engineering applications would be an added advantage
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• Deferred compensation plan
• Executive Deferral Plan
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
• Seven paid holidays
• One floating holiday
• Caregiver leave
• Merit increases
• Performance discretionary bonus
• Stock

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