Entry Level Environmental Scientist - Corvallis, OR
Jacobs is focused on solving critical problems for sustainable cities and environments. They are seeking an early-career Environmental Engineer or Scientist to perform laboratory studies for site characterization and remediation projects, working closely with technical experts to ensure high-quality delivery of test results.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory treatability studies associated with site characterization and remediation projects for government and private-sector clients
- Interact with Jacobs’ technical experts to develop field sampling and test plans
- Execute tests, coordinating between project, analytical laboratory, and vendor groups to ensure high-quality delivery of test results
- Plot data and create project updates, technical reports, presentations, and journal publications to support the engineering team in developing remedial strategies
Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree (preferred) in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, or Chemical Engineering), Environmental Science, Chemistry, Geology, or Hydrogeology
- 1-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in a role with self-led research or consulting responsibilities
- Proficiency in technical writing (publication of thesis or journal articles preferred)
- 40-hr HAZWOPER certification or the ability to attain this certification
- Valid drivers license is required
- United States Citizenship required
- Must be local to Corvallis, OR
- 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
- Ability to mentally walk through a process to identify and close gaps in written procedures for non-standard tasks to ensure all objectives will be met
- Familiarity with standard environmental test methods and procedures
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Basic life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
- Deferred compensation plan
- Executive Deferral Plan
- Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
- Seven paid holidays
- Caregiver leave
- Merit increases
- Performance discretionary bonus
- Stock
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