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Jacobs Geotechnical Engineer in Richmond, Virginia
Our Reston, VA 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
1-5 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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