Radiation Health Physicist - Environmental Remediation

About the role

Your impact At Jacobs, we push the limits of what’s possible to make the world more connected and sustainable. For our radiation services community of practice, that means using innovative approaches to provide economical client solutions for complex environmental solutions. We’re seeking a Junior Radiation Health Physicist to support projects for primarily our Navy and uranium mining restoration clients, though our portfolio is broad, and many other clients and projects are included.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating soil, groundwater, surface water, or sediments in environmental projects.
• Executing investigations, risk assessments, feasibility studies, engineering analysis, remedial actions, and closures under EPA, NRC, Agreement States, USACE, or Tribal Agency authority.
• Performing surveys and assessments involving radiological materials in various matrices.
• Implementing radiation safety practices and maintaining radiation protection programs during project activities.
• Maintaining regulatory compliance during project activities.
• Working with project teams to help deliver high quality data and deliverables to our clients.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Radiation Health Physics or Engineering.
• Experience with environmental and remediation programs.
• Experience with radiological investigations or BRAC closures (preferred).

Qualifications

A balance of remote and office work is expected, and preference will be given to candidates located in California. Time in the field may typically be approximately 50%, with the occasional span where travel may be more heavy than 50%.

Skills

Writing clearly, presenting technical approaches, and justifying decisions are essential, as we help clients obtain regulatory and community acceptance and close projects.

Benefits

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.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $74,700.00 to $112,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

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 July 08, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.