Entry Level Environmental Scientist (Chattanooga)

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 impactJacobs is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 0 to 2 years of experience in environmental remediation and regulatory compliance. Experience providing field oversight of remedial action construction activities, including maintaining detailed logs, performing QA/QC, ensuring compliance with site-specific health and safety plans and applicable regulations, and contributing to long-term environmental restoration goals. Strong team player.Core Responsibilities / CompetenciesProvide field oversight of remedial action construction activities, including observation and documentation of work performed by contractors.Support quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) reviews of field activities and associated documentation.Assist in monitoring compliance with approved health and safety plans (e.g., HASP).Maintain detailed field logs and documentation, including daily observations, stakeholder interactions, results of field testing, and conformance with approved project plans (e.g., RAWP, QAPP, HASP).Document and communicate deviations from approved plans, including supporting records such as field notebooks, logs, photographs, and/or videography, as appropriate.Perform additional remedial action oversight and technical support activities.Here's what you'll needJob QualificationsBachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or closely related field.Valid drivers license is required.United States Citizenship required.40-hr HAZWOPER certification or the ability to attain this certification.Ideally you'll also haveOSHA 10-Hour Construction SafetyCPR/First Aid CertifiedExperience conducting environmental monitoring and Sampling Experience (groundwater, soil, and/or sediment)Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams toward a common goal.QA/QC Oversight and DocumentationMicrosoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)Strong attention to detail when conducting field work and evaluating data.   Local to Chattanooga, TNOur 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 $58,656.00 to $81,800.00. 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 April 29, 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.