Launch-Ready Environmental Field Engineer (Entry Level)

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Loveland, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

Paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Engineer, Geologist, or Scientist based in Loveland, CO, to support environmental investigation, remediation, and compliance projects for government and private-sector clients.

You’ll predominantly perform fieldwork, gain hands-on experience in sampling, data collection, and remediation system monitoring, and spend substantial time in the field with some office tasks for data management and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, Geology or related field.
• 0-2 years of environmental, engineering, geology, scientific, or related field experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate field documentation.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and lift and carry field equipment and sample coolers weighing up to approximately 40 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hardhats, safety glasses, gloves, safety-toe boots, and respiratory protection when required.
• Willingness to travel throughout Colorado, work early field schedules, and occasionally stay overnight near project sites.
• Commitment to working safely and protecting subcontractors, coworkers, clients, and the public.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental investigation, remediation, and compliance projects for government and private-sector clients.
• Gain hands-on experience in environmental sampling, field data collection, subcontractor oversight, and remediation system monitoring.
• About 85% of time spent in the field with remaining time on data management, report preparation, project documentation, and field logistics coordination.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals and learn from environmental practitioners.

Skills

Fieldwork

Documentation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science/engineering/geology

Tools

GPS units

Mobile data-collection apps

Field meters

Field sampling equipment

Job description

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Engineer, Geologist, or Scientist based in Loveland, CO, to support environmental investigation, remediation, and compliance projects for government and private-sector clients.

You’ll predominantly perform fieldwork, gain hands-on experience in sampling, data collection, and remediation system monitoring, and spend substantial time in the field with some office tasks for data management and reporting.