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Intermediate Environmental Scientist/Geologist- Minot, ND

Jacobs

Location

Dunseith, ND

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/24/2026

Compensation

$66,300.00 - $96,000.00 per hour

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Intermediate Environmental Scientist/Geologist role at Jacobs involves working primarily in the field, supporting various teams including engineers and consultants. The position is based in North Dakota and emphasizes safety and compliance in environmental remediation efforts. Candidates will engage in both fieldwork and office tasks, with a focus on delivering effective environmental solutions. The role requires a proactive approach to learning and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of equivalent experience in environmental science or geology
  • Experience with Microsoft Office-based software
  • 40-hr HAZWOPER certification or ability to obtain and maintain it
  • A valid driver's license with no major infractions
  • Ability to participate in a random drug testing program, including hair follicle samples
  • TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) or ability to obtain and maintain it
  • Ability to travel up to 75% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Conduct fieldwork tasks including sampling groundwater and other environmental mediums.
  • Support the installation, operation, and maintenance of remediation technologies.
  • Complete field paperwork to document activities on site.
  • Observe subcontractors and interact with clients during field operations.
  • Perform office tasks such as data entry and logistics coordination for field efforts.
  • Communicate the status of tasks to project managers and ensure they are completed within schedule and budget.

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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