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Entry Level Water Engineer

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Madison, WI
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Jacobs is hiring an Entry Level Water Engineer. Jacobs seeks an entry‑level Water Engineer to support senior engineers on water, wastewater and water‑resources projects for federal, state, regional and local clients in Madison or Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role involves evaluating treatment approaches, planning and designing systems, improving watershed quality, and contributing to innovative, cost‑effective solutions while developing professional skills in a collaborative environment.

Key focus areas include Evaluate and select optimal treatment approaches for client challenges, Plan and design water treatment systems and plant improvements, and Improve watershed quality through project work.

Important skills include Oral And Written Communication, Self Motivation, Team Oriented Work Practices, Data Analysis, Technical Problem Solving, and Organizational Skills.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Oral and Written CommunicationSelf MotivationTeam Oriented Work PracticesData AnalysisTechnical Problem SolvingOrganizational SkillsMulti Tasking

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental EngineeringEngineer in Training Certification or Ability to Obtain Within Six Months

Full job description

Developed countries take safe drinking water for granted, but it is truly a modern marvel. By staying on top of the most advanced drinking water and wastewater treatment technologies and water resources management best practices, we continue to move our industry forward. There is a wide variety of water, wastewater and water resources projects that you will be exposed to, and you will have the opportunity to support senior engineers in delivering cutting-edge projects for our federal, state, regional and local clients. As a valued member of our teams in Milwaukee or Madison, Wisconsin, you’ll have the chance to support projects both in your own backyard, and beyond.

In a dynamic working environment, you'll gain experience working on projects evaluating and selecting the best approach to solve our clients’ challenges, planning and designing treatment systems and plant improvements, and improving watershed quality. Grow your career with a company that constantly pushes for more innovative and cost-effective solutions to give more people access to safe and abundant water supplies, focuses on delivering highest-quality work, provides an inclusive work environment, and offers meaningful professional development opportunities.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an accredited program

  • Strong oral and written communication skills, self-motivation, team-oriented work practices, data analysis and technical problem-solving skills

  • Top notch organizational skills and the ability to effectively multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Ideally, you’ll also have:

  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within six months

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.

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