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Entry Level Water Engineer

Jacobs

Location

Milwaukee, WI

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/18/2026

Compensation

$58,656 - $82,000 per year

Undergraduate Entry-Level
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Entry Level Water Engineer position at Jacobs focuses on supporting water, wastewater, and water resources projects. As part of a dynamic team in Milwaukee or Madison, Wisconsin, you will assist senior engineers in planning and designing treatment systems while improving watershed quality. This role emphasizes innovative solutions to enhance access to safe drinking water. You will gain valuable experience in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an accredited program
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Self-motivation and team-oriented work practices
  • Data analysis and technical problem-solving skills
  • Top-notch organizational skills and the ability to effectively multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Support senior engineers in delivering cutting-edge water projects
  • Evaluate and select the best approaches to solve clients’ challenges
  • Plan and design treatment systems and plant improvements
  • Improve watershed quality through innovative engineering solutions

Benefits

  • Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

55

FY2026

Approval rate

98.3%

FY2026

LCA certified

32

FY2026

Entry-level share

18.8%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+57%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-80%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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