Mechanical Design Technician Senior

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Senior Chemical/Mechanical Designer

Overview:

As a Senior Mechanical Designer, you will be working at a cutting-edge manufacturing plant in Boise, Idaho. You will be instrumental in expanding and optimizing facility operations to meet growing production needs. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you’ll collaborate closely with engineers, project coordinators, and construction trades. Your work will involve drafting as-built pipe and equipment layouts to record drawings, driving the operational excellence of the plant. Engaging in on-site work is a pivotal part of this role, where you’ll be tasked with assessing existing field conditions and spearheading the implementation of field observations and field verifications to current systems. You’ll leverage tools like AutoCAD/REVIT for detailed 2D/3D drawing packages that bring our visions to life. With a blend of hands-on fieldwork and meticulous measurements, this role provides a constantly evolving set of challenges and opportunities for professional growth.

Here's what you'll need

• Local on-site position. Regular site visits to verify existing field conditions and to ensure the alignment of the design implementation process with the project’s observational reports and specifications.
• Coordinating effectively with project engineers, project coordinators, engineering coordinators, construction trades, and other team members to ensure that the design/as-built reflects the project’s objectives.
• Providing comprehensive 2D/REVIT drawing packages that are clear, accurate, and follow the site design standards.
• Verifying, updating, and drafting comprehensive chemical/mechanical plans including piping layout, equipment layout, schedules, and P&IDs.
• Verifying, updating, and drafting detailed piping plans including pipe routing, instrument and valve locations, and equipment layout.
• Drafting Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) that show the interaction among system components and equipment.
• Producing detailed flow diagrams for both gas-side and water-side systems (HVAC, Hydronics, and Fire Protection).
• Implementing isometric views into design packages to assist in field installation and understanding.
• Providing custom installation details for the more complex portions of projects.
• Conducting punch-list walks on completed projects to ensure the final implementation adheres to the design intent.
• Participates in the updating and drafting of new and existing systems for design change, cost reductions, and manufacturability. Assists with evaluation of vendors. Ability to conduct field walks and field verifications.
• Provide drawing and drafting support for details, vendor submittals, and perform engineering drafting, drawing review, drawing control, and related services required in the design of engineered systems (i.e., tank and/or vessel design).
• Experience in building systems mechanical design in semiconductor or related high tech type facilities.
• Has thorough understanding of discipline requirements and is able to train, lead, and mentor junior staff or staff new to the project.
• Demonstrates intimate knowledge of codes and standards.
• Ability to break a project down into required tasks, assign hours to each task, and provide work estimates to leadership on an as needed basis.
• Extensive modeling and drafting experience utilizing Revit and AutoCAD.
• Ability to perform as a major program wet side or dry side lead designer.
• Performs and participates in code review and discussion.
• Prepares deliverables for all phases of the project including models, plans, details, sections, flow diagrams, P&IDs, sketches, and equipment arrangement diagrams to support design and engineering leads for meetin

Our 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, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $84,500.00 to $127,820.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. 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. Job posted on October 05, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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.

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