Environmental Scientist/Engineer/Geologist

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.

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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.

When it comes to the most challenging environmental issues facing our communities today, we’re focused on developing and delivering the most innovative solutions to improve our tomorrow. We’re looking for an Environmental Engineer/Geologist/Scientist to continue their career at Jacobs – where we’ll empower you to learn and grow in the delivery of environmental site characterization and remediation projects for government and global private-sector clients to make our world better.

Jacobs is currently seeking a full-time Environmental Scientist/Engineer/Geologist to join our team. The successful candidate ideally is located in Washington County, Ohio or Wood County, West Virginia, and will be assigned to project sites in Marietta, Ohio and Charleston, WV.

Your responsibilities will consist of a wide variety of field (primary) and office (secondary) tasks related to the operation of remediation systems and the implementation of environmental investigations and remediation projects. Rresponsibilities may include

• Oversee or perform field work tasks under minimal to no supervision. Field work such as remediation system maintenance, repairs, subcontractor oversight (i.e., drillers, surveyors, repair technicians, etc.), inspections, groundskeeping, and environmental media sampling with a focus on safety.
• Inspecting soil and groundwater remediation systems. May include routine set-up, assembly, installation, and/or minor troubleshooting or simple repairs of remediation equipment as directed
• Complete rigorous and clear field documentation and participate in planning, organizing, and reporting related to field tasks. Recording remediation system data, conducting preliminary analysis, and reporting
• Troubleshooting equipment failures (pumps, generators, air compressors, water quality meters, photoionization detectors (PIDs), etc.) and/or elevating and communicating repair needs
• Function as onsite lead in maintaining compliance with permit conditions and leading field teams
• Building and maintaining relationships with neighboring industrial operators and interacting with our clients
• Office tasks such as data entry, routine reporting, coordinating field efforts, sample packaging and shipping, health/safety/compliance-oriented tasks, and attending Teams-based meetings, as needed.
  
  
  

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.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, environmental studies, or other closely related degree
• At least 5-10 years of professional experience with delivering environmental site characterization and remediation projects, including fieldwork methodology and procedures. Candidates with more experience may also be considered.
• Experience working on active construction/remediation project sites and overseeing subcontractors.
• Strong attention to detail when conducting field work.
• Ability to follow explicit directions as described in multi-step procedures
• Experience with using Microsoft Office-based software
• A valid driver’s license with no major infractions
• Initially, the ability to travel up to 25% of the time, as needed, to support projects at other client sites. Ultimately, this role will grow to being full-time onsite at a project site in Marietta, Ohio.
• Experience leading teams toward a common goal
• 40-hr HAZWOPER certification or the ability to attain this certification.
  
  
  

The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance, and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, and perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing, and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoors or outdoors and have loud noise, active machinery, high-pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, heights and depths, fumes, airborne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous exposures.

Posted Salary Range Minimum

59,900.00

Posted Salary Range Upper

90,530.00

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. 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 $59,900.00 to $90,530.00. 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.