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Jacobs Entry Level Quantitative Hydrogeologist/Geologist(Northern California) in Oakland, California
We’re seeking an entry-level hydrogeologist to work on exciting environmental and water resource projects that involve subsurface characterization, analytical and numerical groundwater modeling, soil and groundwater remediation, water supply reliability, water well design, groundwater-surface water interactions, climate adaptation, managed aquifer recharge, aquifer storage and recovery, and subsurface drainage for a variety of clients located throughout the world.
Based in Northern California (preferably near our Sacramento or Redding, California offices), you’ll learn from experienced scientists, engineers, and project managers who are ready to mentor you to ensure you’re set up for success. You’ll gain valuable field experience with soil, groundwater, and surface water sampling, as well as drilling and subcontractor oversight and aquifer testing. However, much of your time will be spent working with project teams to provide decision support for interesting groundwater-related projects. Examples of such activities include, but are not limited to, interpretation and visualization of data, groundwater flow and transport modeling, report writing, coordinating logistics for field activities, preparing content for technical presentations, developing scripts to facilitate data management and analysis, and working collaboratively with technical experts and clients to find the right solutions to their groundwater challenges.
Jacobs delivers projects with high safety, compliance, and quality standards expected by both Jacobs and our clients. Our global team is here to provide you with the tools to grow your career. By driving consistency and innovation across complex engineering projects, you will help your team achieve the clients’ goals. Bring your positive outlook and we will help grow what drives you - solving complex environmental and water resource problems, together.
Bachelor’s degree in hydrogeology, geology, groundwater hydrology, environmental engineering, civil engineering, or geotechnical engineering with a groundwater emphasis
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification or the ability to attain this certification
Comprehensive understanding of basic principles of groundwater flow
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
United States Citizenship Required
Ideally, You’ll Also Have:
Master’s degree in hydrogeology, geology, groundwater hydrology, environmental engineering, civil engineering, or geotechnical engineering with a groundwater emphasis
0 to 1 years of groundwater consulting experience
Familiarity with subsurface contaminant transport processes
Experience working with ArcGIS software
Proficiency with a computer programming language, such as Python
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.