Environmental Scientist

Mid-Level Environmental Engineer/Geologist/Scientist 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 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 a Mid-Level 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. Based in Michigan, you’ll participate in a variety of field and office tasks related to planning and implementing environmental investigation and remediation projects. You’ll learn from other experienced staff who are ready to mentor you, and you’ll pass your knowledge on to others. You’ll gain valuable experience in soil and groundwater sampling as well as drilling and subcontractor oversight, spending about 70% of your time in the field. You’ll balance your field work with some time spent in the office evaluating and reviewing data, writing reports and preparing project documents, coordinating logistics for field activities, and assisting in task management. Here’s What You’ll Do: Support and lead / manage field projects locally and regionally Collaborate and coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, internal support staff, and subject matter experts Analyze data, prepare technical reports, and design and implement pilot studies and remedial systems Benefit from mentorship opportunities to help you grow your career at Jacobs and eventually begin to mentor others Here’s what you’ll need Job Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, or other closely related degree 4 to 8 years of professional experience with delivering environmental site characterization and remediation projects, including fieldwork methodology/procedures and assessment/evaluation of data for various environmental media Experience working on project sites and overseeing subcontractors 40-hr HAZWOPER certification or the ability to attain this certification. Ideally, You’ll Also Have: Master’s degree in engineering, geology, or other closely related degree Professional registration (e.g., Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist) or the intent to obtain and maintain professional certification. Effective verbal and written communication skills with coworkers, contractors, and clients Strong attention to detail when conducting field work and evaluating data Familiarity with United States Environmental Protection Agency regulations including CERCLA and RCRA #LI-AC4 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 $61,700.00 to $95,000.00. 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 June 26, 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr