Entry Level Civil Water Engineer

Jacobs is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Entry‑Level Civil Engineer to join the Huntsville, Alabama Water team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and academic coursework in hydraulics, water and wastewater treatment, and construction engineering/management. The successful candidate will support planning, design, and construction projects that improve water infrastructure and enhance the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and design of water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Perform engineering calculations related to hydraulics modeling, pipelines, pump stations, and treatment facilities.
• Support the preparation of engineering reports, studies, specifications, and construction documents.
• Participate in the development of drawings and design packages.
• Conduct data collection, field investigations, and site visits.
• Assist with construction administration activities, including reviewing submittals, responding to contractor questions, and conducting field inspections.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams, including environmental, structural, electrical, and mechanical engineers and architects.
• Support project scheduling, cost estimating, and budget tracking activities.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, and company quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Relevant water/wastewater coursework or projects.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or ability to obtain one within the first year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co‑op, or research experience related to water, wastewater, municipal infrastructure, or construction projects.
• Exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, HEC‑RAS, WaterCAD, SewerGEMS, InfoWater, or similar engineering software.
• Understanding of municipal infrastructure design principles and construction practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase at a discount.
• Optional deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan for eligible employees.
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Potential merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock awards.
• Hybrid working policy allowing a split between office/project sites and remote locations.

Pay

Base salary range: $58,656.00 to $80,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.