Senior Mechanical Engineer

Cities & Places 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.

Your impact

We're seeking to hire a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support our design team in Philadelphia, PA . As a Senior Mechanical Engineer within Jacobs, you will play a crucial role in our Cities and Places team. You'll impact the world around you by solving real-life challenges, designing buildings and spaces in the Higher Education, Life Sciences, and Corporate Commercial sectors helping clients capitalize on emerging trends in built environments.

What you'll do

• Lead mechanical engineering aspects of complex design projects, both new and renovations of existing buildings, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and client specifications
• Collaborate with full-service teams of architects, engineers and clients to develop innovative solutions
• Perform detailed engineering calculations and analyses to support design decisions
• Create and review technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
• Interact with clients to understand requirements and present engineering solutions
• Conduct site assessments and field investigations as needed
• Support project scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices
• Represent Jacobs in person and on site with new and potential clients within local s
• Support proposal development, client relationship management, and strategic pursuits withing the Philadelphia and Mid-Atlantic s.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration required; Pennsylvania registration preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 10+ years of experience in a Mechanical Engineering role focused on building systems design
• Demonstrated expertise across our sectors (Higher Education, Science & Research, Corporate Commercial)
• Proficiency with engineering design software and tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Trane Trace 3D Plus, Selection Software, etc.)
• Strong understanding of industry codes and standards (ASME, ASHRAE, etc.)
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking
• Strong project management capabilities including outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Business ties and network connections to the Philadelphia community
• Ability to travel for work in the region and to collaborate with other Jacobs offices
• Engagement in professional networks
• Experience in the design of Mission Critical facilities

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

145,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

195,000.00

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, 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 $145,000.00 to $195,000.00. 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. Job posted on July 08, 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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Philadelphia	Pennsylvania	United States