Entry Level Engineer (Water/Wastewater)

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 are seeking a driven and curious, client-focused Entry-Level Water/Wastewater Engineer in Montgomery, AL. We challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with a globally ranked design engineering firm, and with the industry’s best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong.

As a member of our Montgomery team, you’ll have the chance to challenge yourself and perform a variety of water and wastewater conveyance and treatment projects from the initial planning and design phase through construction. You’ll be surrounded by expert mentorship opportunities to help you thrive in your new career. Your role keeps our company connected and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful.

In this role, you will work alongside Project Management and Design Leads in the planning, designing, and commissioning of projects from design through construction for water treatment, collection and distribution projects. Working within a multi-disciplinary team you will be challenged to grow and learn in your everyday tasks which could consist of..

• hydraulic modeling
• assisting in the preparation of plans and specifications
• performing research, technical writing, development of documentation and studies
• data collection, processing, and analysis to support planning and design activities
• supporting construction activities related to your designs to ensure proper construction
• providing on-site troubleshooting based on field conditions to including construction observation, startup and testing, and project closeout activities

Bring your creativity, ambitious spirit, and attention to detail, and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can deliver extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow, together.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Biosystems Chemical or Environmental Engineering
• Familiarity with Microsoft Suite and pdf editors
• Relevant water/ wastewater coursework or projects

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering
• Prior work or internship experience with an engineering consultancy or municipality
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certificate or ability to obtain in the first year

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 $58,656.00 to $91,014.00. 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 June 30, 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.