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Geotechnical Engineer

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Syracuse, NYContractSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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Location
Syracuse, NY
Schedule
Contract
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Driver's License And Reliable VehicleBachelor's degree

Job overview

Jacobs is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for its Syracuse, New York office to perform field explorations, design foundations and earth‑retaining structures, conduct analyses, develop reports and contract documents, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while meeting project deadlines.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PLAXISFLACCADDMicrosoft OfficeFinite Element ModelingPavement DesignGround ImprovementGeotechnical ReportingCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTravel Flexibility

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil EngineeringMaster's in Civil EngineeringDriver's License and Reliable VehicleSignificant Years of Experience on Geotechnical Projects

Full job description

Our Syracuse, New York office is looking for a Geotechnical engineer to join our established team. Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Perform and oversee geotechnical field explorations, including test borings, rock coring, test pits, cone penetration testing, hand augers, and other methods

  • Perform construction monitoring of earth retaining structures, deep foundations (drilled shafts, piles), and shallow foundations.

  • Prepare boring logs and subsurface profiles

  • Design of shallow and deep foundations and earth-retaining structures.

  • Perform liquefaction and consolidation settlement analyses.

  • Perform Finite Element modeling using PLAXIS and or FLAC.

  • Develop geotechnical reports.

  • Perform Pavement Design and develop Pavement Reports

  • Design Ground Improvement including deep soil mixing, rigid inclusions, chemical

  • Develop Contract documents including drawings and specifications

  • Work in collaborative multi-disciplinary teams from across North America.

  • Possess an outgoing and positive attitude, are dependable, and meet all assigned project deadlines.

  • Display strong communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines.

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required

  • Master of Science in Civil Engineering is required

  • Significant years of experience on geotechnical projects

  • Willingness and flexibility to travel for work.

  • Good verbal and written communication skills.

  • Computer skills including CADD, and Microsoft Office.

  • A driver’s license and reliable vehicle will be required

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