Mid-Career Hydrogeologist

Jacobs; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 75,300 - 117,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Job summary

Jacobs in Boise, Idaho seeks a Hydrogeologist to support groundwater projects aimed at ensuring sustainable water supplies. You will be responsible for aquifer characterization, water rights evaluations, and leading technical investigations.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Geology or related field, 6 to 10+ years of experience, and Professional Geologist licensure (or obtain it). Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

Qualifications

• 6 to 10+ years of hydrogeologic consulting or water resources experience.
• Experience implementing groundwater resource projects.
• Professional Geologist (PG) licensure in Idaho or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Conduct aquifer characterization and groundwater supply planning.
• Evaluate water rights and permit municipal supply wells.
• Prepare technical reports and regulatory documents.

Skills

Hydrogeologic consulting

Technical writing

Field investigations

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field

Master’s degree in hydrogeology preferred

Job description

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.