Senior Mechanical Engineer

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At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a rewarding career working with the industry’s best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong.

Senior Mechanical (Plumbing) Engineer

We're looking for a Senior Mechanical (Plumbing) Engineer who is excited about working on advanced facilities projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. This is a geographically flexible role in the US with 10‑20% travel. In this role you will support and lead projects at some of the world’s most state‑of‑the‑art industrial and commercial facilities. You’ll be accountable for schedule and technical quality of challenging engineering tasks, as you gain familiarity with the client’s expectations, scope, budget and schedule. You may also provide on‑site assistance during startup, coordinating work activities with other design and engineering professionals and the discipline lead. Your multi‑discipline, highly interactive team will successfully deliver on the design, development, application, evaluation, recommendation and specification of engineered systems and products for industrial building plumbing systems and components.

As a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, you will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the Mechanical discipline for plumbing systems, codes, US national and international standards. In this role you will solve complex problems, take a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions, and work independently with minimal guidance in only the most complex situations. You may lead a functional team or project and serve as a best‑practice and quality resource. You’ll also have the chance to utilize your technical expertise mentoring junior team members to help your team discover what drives them, nurturing their purpose and guiding them forward.

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 10 years of practical application of mechanical engineering and plumbing design in complex industrial facilities
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Extensive on‑site field experience with the construction and installation of industrial plumbing systems and common trade practices
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multidisciplinary teams
• Strong comprehensive knowledge of International Plumbing Code (IPC)

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Proficient working knowledge of Navisworks and some experience with Revit software
• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas
• Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base
• Passion for buildings and construction
• Preferred candidates will have prior experience with semiconductor, data center, cleanroom, or other high‑tech industrial facilities
• Prior experience with plumbing codes outside the US and international construction projects is desired

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. 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, 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 $132,900.00 to $182,700.00. 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.