Entry Level Geologist/Hydrogeologist (Charlotte, NC)

Jacobs; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan and stock purchase options

PPTO and holidays

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an environmental professional (engineer or geologist) to support site characterization and remediation projects for government and private clients. Based in Charlotte, NC, you’ll collaborate with scientists, engineers, and managers on fieldwork design, data interpretation, and report writing.

You’ll contribute to a range of investigations, work with clients and regulators, and participate in hybrid work arrangements that include field visits and office days in Charlotte.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Hydrogeology or a related field.
• FG certification or ability to obtain within 12 months after hire.
• Ability to perform fieldwork and obtain/maintain 40-hr HAZWOPER certification.
• 0–2 years of experience within environmental consulting or related field.
• Ability to travel up to 60% - 75% time may be required and travel is not limited to the Charlotte, NC or Cary, NC vicinities.
• Ability to build relationships, resolve conflict and participate in diverse teams.
• Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and data management software.
• Local (or willing to relocate) to Charlotte, North Carolina.
• United States Citizenship required
• Valid Drivers license required

Responsibilities

• Designing, performing, or overseeing soil, groundwater, and surface water investigations.
• Building teams of colleagues and subcontractors and coordinating fieldwork logistics.
• Data analysis and interpretation; technical report writing.
• Participating in meetings with clients and regulators.

Skills

Fieldwork

Team collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Hydrogeology

Master's degree in geology or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Data management software

Job description

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 an environmental professional (engineer or geologist) 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 out of Charlotte, NC, you'll work with other scientists, engineers, subject matter experts, and project managers on exciting projects in which you will learn from others and pass along your knowledge. Responsibilities may include designing, performing, or overseeing soil, soil vapor, groundwater, and surface water investigations, building teams of colleagues and subcontractors, coordinating and managing fieldwork logistics, data analysis and interpretation, technical report writing, and participating in meetings with clients and regulators.

• Please Note — This is a Hybrid Work-From-Home position. To ensure you'll be successful in this role, we're seeking someone local to the Charlotte, NC as it will require occasional field work and office visits.

Safety will be your priority, as you contribute to operational excellence and maintain the highest standards of Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance in everything you do.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Hydrogeology or a related field.
• A Fundamental of Geology (FG) certification or the ability to obtain one 12 months after hire.
• Ability to perform fieldwork and obtain/maintain 40-hr HAZWOPER certification.
• 0-2 years of experience within environmental consulting or related field.
• Ability to travel up to 60% - 75% time may be requiredand travel is not limited to the Charlotte, NC or Cary, NC vicinities.
• Ability to build relationships, resolve conflict and participate in diverse teams.
• Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and data management software.
• Local (or willing to relocate) to Charlotte, North Carolina.
• United States Citizenship required
• Valid Drivers license required

Ideal qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, geology, or other closely related technical field.
• Professional Engineer or Geologist (P.E. or P.G.) license or ability to obtain and maintain.
• Knowledge of USEPA regulations including CERCLA and RCRA.

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 $58,656.00 to $73,000.00. 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.