Entry Level Environmental Engineer

Jacobs

Portland, OR0–2 yrs5h agovia LinkedInH-1B sponsor · 22 entry-level filings

About the Role

Jacobs is seeking an Entry-level Environmental Engineer to work on complex site characterization and remediation projects for government and private-sector clients. This role involves participating in a variety of field and office tasks related to planning and implementing environmental investigation and remediation projects. You will spend approximately 50-75% of your time in the field, with the remainder in the office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in field and office tasks for environmental investigation and remediation projects.
  • Gain experience in soil and groundwater sampling, drilling, and subcontractor oversight.
  • Evaluate and review data.
  • Write reports and prepare project documents.
  • Coordinate logistics for field activities.
  • Prioritize tasks effectively while keeping the big-picture in mind.
  • Contribute to "incident free" operations and maintain high standards of Health & Safety.
  • Help create a more sustainable world through excellence in environmental compliance, management, and health and safety.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree (preferred) in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, or Chemical Engineering).
  • Proficiency in technical writing (publication of thesis or journal articles preferred).
  • 40-hr HAZWOPER certification or the ability to attain this certification.
  • Valid state drivers license.
  • United States Citizenship.

Qualifications

  • Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and in a regionally-diverse team environment.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Previous environmental engineering internship.
  • Strategic focus and critical thinking skills.

H-1B sponsor

Jacobs Engineering Group filed 22 entry-level H-1B applications for new hires (Oct 2025 - Jun 2026, Department of Labor).

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