Environmental Remediation ScientistGeologist

Industry

Environmental

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

We're seeking an Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist with experience in environmental site characterization, field investigation, and remediation to support our growing Colorado upstream oil and gas asset-retirement program and other environmental projects for government and global private-sector clients.

Based out of the Loveland area, you'll work with other scientists, engineers, subject matter experts, contractors, and project managers on exciting projects in which you will learn from others and pass along your knowledge. Responsibilities may include designing, performing site investigations including soil, soil vapor, groundwater, and surface water, working on remediation process systems, mine closure, supporting the development and management of SPCC and SWPPP programs, and technical report writing.

Projects require thoughtful strategy development, leveraging technical expertise, and collaboration with clients and stakeholders. All projects must be delivered with the high safety, compliance, and quality standards expected by both Jacobs and our client. Our global team is here to provide you with the tools and support needed to grow your skills and career, as well as those of your colleagues. By driving consistency and innovation across projects, you'll help your team achieve client goals. Bring your positive attitude and strong, collaborative style, and together, we'll tackle complex environmental remediation challenges and solve our client's problems.

At Jacobs, we're partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you'll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, environmental science, geology or related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in environmental site characterization and remediation, field methods and procedures, and assessment and evaluation of environmental data (e.g., soil, sediments, groundwater).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, including the ability to organize multiple field activities, evaluate environmental data, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Commitment to working safely and protecting subcontractors, coworkers, clients, and the public.
• Ability to obtain professional certifications or licenses
• Current 40-hr HAZWOPER certification
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting upstream oil and gas investigation, remediation, decommissioning, or asset-retirement activities.
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams toward a common goal
• Experience overseeing excavation, soil removal, drilling, sampling, or other environmental subcontractors.
• Familiarity with Colorado ECMC environmental investigation and closure requirements.
• Experience coordinating work involving laboratories, surveyors, waste-disposal facilities, or heavy-equipment contractors.

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

61,700.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

84,800.00

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, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $61,700.00 to $84,800.00. 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 August 19, 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.

Locations

CityStateCountryLovelandColoradoUnited States