Environmental Geologist/Hydrogeologist

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Tempe, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and basic life

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Deferred compensation options

Unlimited PPTO for eligible roles

Seven paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Potential merit increases and bonuses

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Tempe, AZ, seeks an environmental geologist/hydrogeologist for site characterization and remediation projects.

Based in the Tempe area, you will collaborate with scientists, engineers and project managers on challenging government and private sector projects. You will design and oversee soil, groundwater and surface water investigations, manage field teams, analyze data, and write technical reports while maintaining Jacobs' high safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geology or closely related field.
• 3+ years delivering environmental site characterization and remediation.
• HAZWOPER certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience coordinating fieldwork with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, perform or oversee soil, soil vapor, groundwater and surface water investigations.
• Coordinate fieldwork logistics and manage subcontractor field activities.
• Analyze and interpret data and prepare technical reports.
• Collaborate with clients, subject matter experts and project managers.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology

Job description

Your impact

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 innovative solutions to improve our tomorrow.

We’re seeking an environmental geologist/hydrogeologist with a background in environmental site characterization and remediation to support the delivery of challenging projects for government and global private sector clients.

Based out of the Phoenix, Arizona area, 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, working among teams of colleagues and subcontractors, coordinating and managing fieldwork logistics, data analysis and interpretation, and technical report writing. You'll work alongside recognized technical experts, developing and implementing comprehensive site strategies, and delivering innovative solutions for some of our most challenging site issues.

Projects require thoughtful strategy development, leveraging technical expertise, and collaboration with clients and stakeholders. All projects must be delivered with the high safety, compliance, and quality standards expected by both Jacobs and our client. Our global team is here to provide you with the tools and support needed to grow your skills and career, as well as those of your colleagues. By driving consistency and innovation across projects, you'll help your team achieve client goals. Bring your positive attitude and strong, collaborative style, and together, we'll tackle complex environmental remediation challenges and solve our client’s problems.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

This is a position located in Tempe, Arizona where you’ll be based out of the Tempe office, with flexibility to work from home and project sites to meet project delivery goals while maintaining balance.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in geology or other closely related field.
• At least 3 years of experience delivering environmental site characterization and remediation projects, including fieldwork methodology/procedures and assessment/evaluation of data for various environmental media (e.g., soil, sediments, groundwater)
• Experience conducting environmental remediation site investigation field work, working on project sites, and overseeing subcontractors.
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams toward a common goal.
• 40-hr HAZWOPER certification or the ability to attain this certification.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with coworkers and contractors.
• Strong attention to detail when conducting field work and evaluating data.

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• Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• a 401(k) plan
• 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
• 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 $93,280.00. 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 September 02, 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.