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Entry Level Water/Wastewater Engineer

Jacobs

Location

Wethersfield, CT

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$65,500 - $90,000 per year

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

Job description

The Entry Level Water/Wastewater Engineer position at Jacobs is designed for soon-to-be or recently graduated Civil or Environmental Engineers. The role focuses on providing solutions for water and wastewater projects, allowing engineers to apply their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Team members will work on a variety of projects, including green infrastructure and stormwater management. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within the Northeast region.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering
  • Coursework with a concentration in civil, environmental, and/or construction engineering
  • Conceptual knowledge of process mechanical designs and drinking and wastewater unit processes
  • Willingness to learn Jacobs’ proprietary software tools
  • Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Work on water and wastewater projects to provide site/civil, process mechanical, and hydraulic design solutions.
  • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to various engineering challenges.
  • Collaborate with team members to deliver transformative projects for clients.
  • Engage in continuous learning and professional development within the engineering field.

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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