Environmental Scientist Professional

Industry

Environmental

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

As an Environmental Scientist you will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team consisting of experienced technicians, engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, and other consulting staff. You will support the delivery of environmental projects by conducting field work, participating in daily tailgate meetings and periodic project-specific calls, reviewing/ evaluating data, reporting, and developing strong relationships with internal staff and clients.  

The fieldwork will consist of sampling of various mediums (soil, sediments, groundwater, surface water, air, etc.), environmental/geotechnical drilling activities and oversight, site assessments, oversight of subcontractors, as well as coordinating and planning the aforementioned tasks.  

You’ll have the opportunity to help create a more sustainable world by implementing thoughtful environmental practices and procedures while working on an array of diverse projects primarily, but not exclusively, around New Orleans, LA and the greater Houston area. In this role, you’ll be mentored by experienced staff who will help you start your environmental consulting career at a place like no other.  

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in geology or environmental sciences 

• Minimum 4 years of experience within environmental consulting or comparable field 

• Dedication to a robust health and safety culture 

• Conduct work under minimal supervision and be able to work with a team 

• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a positive attitude 

• Demonstrate proficiency and ownership in the project tasks   

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 70% of the time may be required 

•HAZWOPER certification

Ideally, you will also have:  

•4-6 years of experience within environmental consulting or comparable field 

• Geology degree or environmental sciences with environmental coursework  

• Experience working on active project sites and overseeing subcontractors 

• Strong attention to detail when conducting field work and evaluating data 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  

• Ability to work closely with clients and demonstrate proficiency when discussing project tasks

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

69,600.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

105,270.00

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, 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 $69,600.00 to $105,270.00. 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. Job posted on August 28, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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Locations

City State Country
New Orleans	Louisiana	United States