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Water Resources Scientist/Engineer

Jacobs

Location

Tampa, FL

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/10/2026

Compensation

$73,100 - $120,600 per year

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

Job description

The Water Resources Scientist/Engineer role at Jacobs focuses on supporting local and regional environmental water resource projects in Tampa or Orlando, FL. The position involves planning, data analysis, reporting, and design, particularly in stormwater and watershed management. As part of the Florida team, the candidate will work on various projects addressing flood and climate-related risks. This role offers opportunities for mentorship and skill development within a collaborative environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Agricultural, Biological, or Civil Engineering, or a related field is required.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience related to water resource projects, environmental or civil engineering is needed.
  • Experience with Hydrologic & Hydraulic (H&H) Analysis and Modeling and Stormwater System Design is essential.
  • Proficiency in using ArcGIS and ArcHydro tools for H&H modeling applications is required.
  • Strong technical writing skills and communication abilities are necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Support ongoing watershed management planning projects and stormwater design projects.
  • Assist senior engineers and designers in planning and designing projects associated with watershed planning.
  • Conduct site testing, investigation, and field work as needed.
  • Review plans and permits related to water resource projects.
  • Develop and review hydraulic and hydrologic models, including reporting on climate change impacts.

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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