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Entry Level Water Resources Engineer

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Houston, TXFull-timeSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
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Location
Houston, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

EIT Or On Track To ObtainBachelor's degree

Job overview

Jacobs seeks a Water Resources Engineer to support local and global water resources projects. The role includes environmental and water resources analyses, water management planning and design, and research and data analysis. The engineer will work under the guidance of professional engineers, scientists, and senior technical staff, with mentorship opportunities. The position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookWater Resources EngineeringConsulting or Engineering ExperienceRelevant Coursework or Projects

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Related EngineeringEIT or on Track to ObtainUS Work Authorization Without SponsorshipPrevious Intern Experience

Full job description

We’re seeking Civil and Environmental Engineers with an interest in Water Resources Engineering to support the delivery of cutting-edge projects for both local and global clients.

As a Water Resources Engineer work would include development and application of environmental and water resources analyses, to support local, regional, state, and federal water management planning and design studies; planning and design for water storage, conveyance, and distribution projects; performing research, technical writing, and development of documentation and studies as well as data collection, processing, and analysis to support water resources planning activities.

Each day, you will be an important team member as you assist with projects for our clients. Under the guidance of professional engineers, scientists, and other senior technical staff you will receive expert mentorship opportunities to ensure you thrive in your career. We’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain such authorization throughout their employment without employer sponsorship.

  • Qualifications

  • Full-time permanent positions require a bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering, or another closely related field

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

  • Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

  • EIT or on track to obtain

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

  • Previous intern experience with a consulting or engineering firm

  • Relevant coursework or projects

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.

How this job compares

Set against the 5,037 open Civil Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Texas median$96–141K/yr88 salary ranges
  • US median$30–43/hr205 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 363 open Civil Engineer jobs in Texas and 5,037 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
Civil Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (4,092 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 3,924 of the 5,037 open Civil Engineer jobs (78%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 28, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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