Environmental Scientist, Transmission Siting- Hybrid

Jacobs Solutions • Raleigh, NC

248d • $59,900 - $88,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Our environmental planning practice is leading the way on energy transformation, environmentally sound infrastructure development, and sustainable operations that create ecological and human use value. Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. Join an established, supportive team with unlimited growth potential. As a Siting Specialist you will take an active role in siting projects for utility clients in the Eastern and Central US. In this role, you will be challenged to provide impeccable service to our clients through quality delivery of client work, and will work with the established siting team, project managers, client account managers, and senior technical resources to contribute to the growth of our utility client portfolio. You will provide technical leadership and play an important role in developing the skills and expertise of our delivery teams. We are seeking a professional with siting experience in IN, MI, OH, PA, WV, VA, NC, SC and/or FL. Two days per week in a Jacobs office, on site visits, or meeting with clients is expected.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in planning, environmental science, biology, ecology, or civil engineering.
• Three or more years of siting and route analysis experience on electric or gas transmission siting projects in the Eastern or Central US.
• Experience authoring siting documentation and performing consulting-related technical tasks supporting the development and siting of energy projects.
• Experience performing and managing staff and/or subcontractors for development of transmission line projects.
• Knowledge of at least one (or more) of the following: Ohio Power Siting Board, North Carolina Public Utilities Commission, Kentucky Public Service Commission, or Virginia State Corporation Commission application processes for electric transmission lines.

Nice To Haves

• Existing relationships with siting specialists in utility client organizations.
• Renewable energy experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide impeccable service to clients through quality delivery of client work.
• Work with the established siting team, project managers, client account managers, and senior technical resources.
• Contribute to the growth of the utility client portfolio.
• Provide technical leadership and develop the skills and expertise of delivery teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
• Deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan.
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and one floating holiday.
• Caregiver leave.
• Merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock for certain roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree