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We're looking for a Water Engineer in Jackson, MS to help us implement and develop our lead and copper program. Jacobs leads the charge by providing a proactive and comprehensive lead and copper program for Jackson, MS and in your role as water compliance engineer you will play a critical part in delivering our various services to the client -

• You will be responsible for coordination of testing at various sites impacted by lead and copper replacement.

• You will help to manage the master schedule for the numerous activities related to the lead & copper program and as regulation emerges; you will be at the forefront of developing standard procedures, practices, and protocol to implement these requirements.

• You will help to provide data management and QA/QC for the many types of data collected through the program.

• You will be responsible for drafting reports and providing status updates to both external and internal parties.

• You will have the opportunity to train, direct, and organize field technicians to provide regular testing and sample collection per regulations.

• Lastly you will work in multi-disciplinary teams to help coordinate clients, contractors, other engineering firms and internal staff for the delivery of this critical program.

Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and organizational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what drives you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together. 

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• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, chemical, or civil engineering or other Biology/Chemistry related field

• At least 2 years’ experience in a water/wastewater related field.

• Water quality analyses background

• Experience providing and receiving Quality Assurance and Quality Control reviews

Ideally, You’ll Also Have: 

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written  

• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas  

• Ability to build out documentation/best practices/operating standards

• Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base  

• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams  

• Ability to adapt to changing regulations and moving targets

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

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