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Mid-Career Irrigation Engineer

Jacobs

Location

Boise, ID

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/25/2026

Compensation

$85,000 - $132,750 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Mid-career Irrigation Engineer to lead technical teams in the Boise, ID office. This role focuses on the planning, design, and construction of irrigation and water supply projects. The engineer will be instrumental in improving irrigation infrastructure across the state and the Northwest region. The position also involves business development and fostering strong client relationships.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural, Civil, Environmental, or Irrigation Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience working in irrigation subject areas, including hydraulic analysis, conveyance design, storage and impoundment, irrigation intakes and pumps, and irrigation distribution.
  • Ability to work independently, manage design tasks, and mentor early-career engineers.
  • PE license in Idaho, Washington, or Oregon.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the creation of planning, design, and construction documents for irrigation and water supply projects.
  • Participate in challenging irrigation storage and conveyance projects from concept through detailed design and construction services.
  • Assist with business development, including strategy development, positioning, proposing, and negotiating contracts.
  • Communicate with clients on technical design topics and project schedule, budget, and scope.
  • Provide mentoring and coaching to Water Resources Group staff.
  • Promote inclusion within the office and the Water Team.

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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