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Your Impact:

As a n Entry Level Geologist, you’ll work with our growing geotechnical practice consisting of over 30 geotechnical engineers in Northwest in 5 offices and over 150 geotechnical engineers in over 15 offices in North America supporting a wide variety of civil infrastructure projects.

In your role you’ll work in a collaborative multi-disciplinary team while you share your technical knowledge across geographical boundaries to foster innovative project solutions while you work in locations both within the USA and around the world supporting projects small and large while you work with and under the supervision of some of the highest-quality geotechnical engineers in the United States.

As a Geologist, you’ll participate in field assignments that will include:

• Observe geotechnical explorations including but not limited to soil and rock borings, test pits, CPT soundings, geophysical testing,

• Collect and classify soil and rock samples from the field,

• Perform geologic site reconnaissance,

• Observe installation of geotechnical instrumentation and collect readings,

• Conduct geotechnical groundwater monitoring,

• Inspect construction of geotechnical structures including but not limited to earth retaining structures, deep foundations, dams, tunnels, and shallow foundations,

• Prepare daily field reports,

• Support geotechnical engineers to prepare boring logs, laboratory testing program, and geotechnical data report.

• Assist geotechnical engineers with other duties as assigned by supervisor

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• 0-5 years of experience

• BS in Geology or Engineering Geology

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Valid driver’s license

• Current 40-hours OSAH HAZWOPER Certification or will be obtained upon hire.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Experience in soil logging

• Experience in geotechnical field explorations

• Experience in geologic interpretation of subsurface soils and rocks.

• Knowledge in Puget Sound geology

• Knowledge in soil classifications standards

• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions

Jacobs health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.

Typical salary range for this position is $54,400 to $95,100 for an Entry level role and $65,700 - $114,900 for an Intermediate level. and is commensurate with experience relative to the position. For “remote” positions, salary to be offered is geographic dependent.

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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. With $13 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 55,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.