Remediation Design Engineer

Chicago, IL
Environmental 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’re seeking mid-level design engineers with a broad background in environmental site remediation for federal and global private sector clients.

Based anywhere in the United States, you’ll work with other scientists, engineers, subject matter experts, and project managers on exciting projects nationwide. You’ll apply your technical experience in the design of environmental remedial actions and/or remediation systems with the support of our global remediation technology team. Your analytical skills will be called upon as you evaluate site conditions, determine data needs, assess remedial alternatives, perform engineering calculations, and develop designs. You’ll use your technical writing skills to prepare work plans, reports, and design documents, including design specifications. You’ll learn from other experienced staff who are ready to mentor you, and you’ll pass your knowledge on to others. As a mid-level Engineer, you’ll be directed by Design Managers and discipline leads, but you will be called on to take ownership of assigned tasks. Most of your work will be office-based, but you may spend some time in the field supporting or overseeing the gathering of design data. Safety will be your priority, as you contribute to operational excellence and maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety and Environmental Compliance in everything you do.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other. This is a Hybrid position where you’ll be afforded the flexibility to work from both the office as well as from home as best suited to meet project delivery goals while maintaining balance.

Continue your environmental career at Jacobs – where we’ll empower you to learn and grow as you deliver environmental projects that make our world better.

Here's what you'll need

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering or other closely related engineering field.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
  • Knowledge and experience with environmental remediation technologies, systems, or remedial actions.
  • Minimum of 4 years of on-the-job experience in the environmental remediation industry, with the ability to provide project examples.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience designing environmental remedial actions or remediation systems, with the ability to provide project examples.
  • On-the-job experience writing specifications, preparing basis of design reports, and preparing/developing design drawings.
  • Ability to communicate concisely and proactively, via written and verbal communications, with team members.
  • Ability to work remotely with teams located nationwide.
  • Based within the United States.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or the ability to obtain and maintain.
  • Experience related to construction or operation of environmental remediation systems or remedial actions.
  • Experience performing and leading environmental field work for remediation projects and an understanding of methodology and procedures.
  • 40-hr OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
  • Experience working on active project sites and overseeing subcontractors and/or third-party construction contractors.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to document design decisions and action items.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

74,700.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

130,700.00

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 $74,700.00 to $130,700.00. 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 March 25, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

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 .

Locations

City State Country
Milwaukee Wisconsin United States
St. Louis Missouri United States
Indianapolis Indiana United States
Troy Michigan United States
Cincinnati Ohio United States
Cleveland Ohio United States
Houston Texas United States
Dallas Texas United States
Denver Colorado United States
Holladay Utah United States
Salt Lake City Utah United States
Boise Idaho United States
Tempe Arizona United States
Spokane Washington United States
Portland Oregon United States
Sacramento California United States
Corvallis Oregon United States
Chicago Illinois United States
Posted 2026-06-27

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