Full Time Hydrogeologist

About This Position
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. Our water team focuses on groundwater resources, helping communities across the West become more sustainable and resilient.

Your Impact
As a hydrogeologist in our Boise, Idaho office, you will support a portfolio of groundwater projects designed to provide reliable water supplies and strengthen communities. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex groundwater challenges throughout Idaho and the western United States.

Key Responsibilities

Aquifer characterization and groundwater supply planning

Water rights evaluations and municipal supply well permitting and design

Aquifer recharge and recovery studies

Related water resource and environmental studies for public and private sector clients

Field investigations, well drilling and testing programs, groundwater data collection

Evaluation and interpretation of hydrogeologic data

Development of conceptual site models and groundwater pumping analyses

Preparation of technical reports and regulatory permitting documents

Project planning and delivery support

Mentoring early‑career staff and contributing to technical excellence across projects

Business development activities, including proposals and client relationship maintenance

Effective communication of technical issues, project scope, schedules, and budgets with clients and project teams

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Earth Science, Geoscience, or a related field

6 to 10+ years of progressive hydrogeologic consulting or water resources experience

Experience conducting field investigations and implementing groundwater resource projects

Experience permitting, designing, and overseeing drilling, construction, and testing of municipal supply wells

Experience preparing technical reports and regulatory permitting documents

Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills

40‑hour HAZWOPER certification, or willingness to obtain certification with Jacobs support

Professional Geologist (PG) in Idaho or ability to obtain Idaho licensure within one year of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in hydrogeology or a related field

Experience working with state water resource and environmental regulatory agencies; Idaho regulatory experience (IDWR, IDEQ) preferred

Demonstrated success working with local clients

PG/LHG and CHG licensure in CA or WA

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Basic life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Deferred compensation and Executive Deferral Plan options for eligible employees

Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees

Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave

Merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock options for certain roles

Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $75,300.00 to $117,600.00. Pay is determined by location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity
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.

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