Jacobs Engineering Group

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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.

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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. The Junior GIS Data Engineer role is housed in our Digital & Data business unit and will focus on supporting our GIS and Data Engineers to help automate processes and expand our digital capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing tasks in complex projects, collaborating with project teams, and interfacing directly with clients in the engineering consulting sector. This role requires a strategic thinker who can translate business challenges into data-driven solutions, guiding projects from inception to successful completion. A successful candidate should be able to oversee projects on cross-functional teams from engineering and digital domains and work with our digital team ensure high quality delivery of innovative solutions. Technical proficiency in Data Science, Data Engineering, Data Management, Visualization and AI are important to this role. The ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and drive business value through data-driven insights is crucial for success in this position.

Location: Hybrid in Chicago, IL

Key Responsibilities:

• Leverage automation software and programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL, R, Spark to help streamline digital solutions
• Prioritize data governance and data management best practices
• Work with GIS teams and Power BI groups to help find new ways to deliver integrated solutions more effectively
• Ability to create GIS and Power BI exhibits and support respective teams
• Support our internal digital team in project support and solution scalability
• Work with project managers and clients to understand needs and be able to come up with digital solutions to fill those needs
• Works with stakeholders throughout the organization to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Here's what you'll need

• 3+ years of professional experience in consulting, digital solutions, data engineering, data management, data analysis, GIS, engineering, and visualization
• Degree in data science, statistics, computer science, computer engineering, or information systems
• Expertise in tools and platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Dataverse, Python, SQL, Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate), GIS, and database technology (data lakes, vector database, etc.)

Preferred

• Experience in AI-enabled solutions and services
• Experience in effectively implementing generative AI (GenAI) and large language model (LLM) solutions
• Experience in the AEC (Architectural, Engineering, and Consultant) industry or related industries
• Experience with DevOps, Jira, or related
• Supply Chain and Asset Management experience is a plus

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

90,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

120,000.00

Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $120,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Locations

CityStateCountry

Chicago

Illinois

United States