Geotechnical Design Engineer/Construction Inspector

At Jacobs, we're not just building structures—we're helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world.

Jacobs is seeking a Geotechnical Design Engineer/Construction Inspector with a strong geotechnical engineering background to join our team in St. Louis, MO.

In this key position, you will assist project Site Team Leads to oversee all on-site operations, ensuring projects are executed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires leadership and communication skills to assist with coordination of crews and subcontractors, enforce safety compliance, manage resources, and maintain seamless communication between field teams and project management. You’ll drive productivity, resolve challenges proactively, and serve with the team to be the on-site authority for delivering exceptional results—while applying geotechnical principles to ensure soil, foundation, and earthwork integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

Geotechnical Oversight

• Monitor and verify soil conditions, compaction, and grading per project specifications.

• Oversee foundation preparation, earthwork operations, and excavation safety.

• Coordinate geotechnical testing (e.g., soil density, moisture content, bearing capacity) and review lab results.

• Ensure compliance with geotechnical design parameters and identify potential subsurface risks.

Quality Assurance

• Inspect work for adherence to plans, specifications, and geotechnical standards.

• Coordinate with Site Team Leads for testing and inspections.

Coordination & Communication

• Attend daily coordination meetings with the Superintendent to review QC issues, schedule, and inspections, as required.

• Serve as point of contact for geotechnical testing agencies and inspection teams, as required.

• Lead daily site kickoff meetings to communicate safety, QC priorities, and work plans, as required.

Site Management & Safety

• Assist Site Team Lead to supervise all on-site activities to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.

• Enforce safety protocols and conduct daily safety briefings, as required.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.

Quality Assurance

• Inspect work for adherence to plans, specifications, and geotechnical standards.

• Coordinate with Quality Control teams for testing and inspections.

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• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

• Previous professional experience in construction quality control with emphasis on geotechnical aspects (earthwork, foundations, soil testing).

• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation design, and geotechnical testing procedures.

• Familiarity with building codes, inspection processes, and safety standards.

• Proficient in Microsoft OneNote and other project documentation tools.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Local to St. Louis, MO and ability to commute to project site

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Missouri or ability to obtain one within 5 years.

• Experience with ASTM and AASHTO geotechnical testing standards.

• Knowledge of subsurface investigation techniques and risk mitigation strategies.

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