Geospatial Specialist

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$92,000.00/yr - $/yr

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.

Your impact

This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates.

We’re seeking a highly motivated 3D Geospatial Specialist to join our Digital Delivery team, with a focus on enabling early-phase master planning through advanced geospatial tools and workflows. This role is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about digital transformation in the built environment.

You’ll be responsible for setting up and managing geospatial platforms such as Autodesk Forma, ArcGIS, City Engine, Civil 3D, Revit, Esri and other relevant software to support early-stage planning and analysis. Your work will lay the digital foundation for master planning efforts, which will later be transitioned to our detailed design teams.

• Configure and manage geospatial tools for early master planning workflows
• Develop and maintain 3D GIS models to support spatial analysis and scenario planning
• Extract, clean, and visualize geospatial data from multiple sources
• Collaborate with planning and design teams to integrate geospatial insights into project strategies
• Lead digital execution during early project phases and ensure smooth handoff to downstream teams
• Document workflows and provide training/support to team members as needed
• Manage and maintain shared coordinates in the Revit Ecosystem based on Civil 3D design models

• Proven experience with ArcGIS, City Engine, Civil 3D, Autodesk Forma, Esri and/or other geospatial or BIM tools
• Strong background in 3D GIS modeling, spatial analysis, and data extraction
• Familiarity with urban planning, infrastructure, or early design workflows
• Ability to work independently and proactively identify digital opportunities
• Excellent communication, leadership and documentation skills

• Experience with scripting (Python, Dynamo), cloud platforms, or interoperability between GIS and BIM

Our 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. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.

Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $92,000.00 to $. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 20, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

• Seniority level
• Not Applicable

• Full-time

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• Design Services
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