Site Civil Engineer Entry Level

Jacobs; Redding (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Stock purchase plan

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Entry-Level Site Civil Engineer in the Water Market to contribute to planning, design, and delivery of critical water infrastructure projects.

You will work with experienced teams on water conveyance systems, pump stations, flood control facilities, and stormwater projects, gaining hands-on experience in civil design, drainage analysis, and construction documents.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Civil Engineering.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Strong interest in site civil design and water resources infrastructure.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, or related engineering software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, design, and delivery of water infrastructure projects.
• Prepare engineering plans, technical reports, calculations, and construction documents.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams using industry-leading design tools.
• Contribute to site civil and water resources projects, including conveyance systems and flood control facilities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Civil Engineering

EIT certification (or within 6 months)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS Pro

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

At Jacobs, we're transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions that help communities thrive. As an Entry-Level Site Civil Engineer within our Water Market, you'll contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of critical infrastructure projects that support sustainable water systems, flood resilience, and community development.

Working alongside experienced engineers, designers, and project managers, you'll support a variety of site civil and water infrastructure projects, including water conveyance systems, pump stations, flood control facilities, stormwater infrastructure, reservoirs, and municipal water projects. You'll gain hands‑on experience in civil design, site development, drainage analysis, utility coordination, and project delivery while working on projects that make a meaningful impact on communities.

In this role, you'll assist with the preparation of engineering plans, technical reports, calculations, and construction documents. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and utilize industry-leading design tools to develop innovative, practical, and sustainable infrastructure solutions.

At Jacobs, you'll be empowered to grow your technical expertise, build strong professional relationships, and develop your career in a collaborative environment that values curiosity, inclusion, and continuous learning. We challenge today to reinvent tomorrow.

Here’s what you’ll need

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Strong interest in site civil design and water resources infrastructure.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, or related engineering software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience

• 3.0 GPA
• In pursuit of a master's degree
• A previous internship, teaching assistance, or research related to water and wastewater engineering
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management within Jacobs
• Self-driven time management and organizational skills
• Have or are working towards an engineer-in-training (EIT) certification
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS Pro

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, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $42,000.00 to $62,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. 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 October 25, 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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.