Facilities Chemical Process Engineer

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About the role

As a junior/intermediate Facilities Chemical Process Engineer in Boise, Idaho, you will work on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ research and development, testing, and manufacturing. You and the other team members will work closely with client stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment to establish design requirements and produce construction documents for the installation of complex manufacturing tools, tenant improvements, and core facility infrastructure upgrades.

Responsibilities include design and layout for piping, equipment layout, and tools in some of the most complex, densely packed industrial facilities on the planet. The design may include retrofit of existing building systems to accommodate tool installation including engineering calculations, equipment and component sizing, selection, and specification, and support during construction and integration into the factory.

Technical engineering responsibilities include design and oversight for piping and equipment related to water, wastewater, process chemicals and gases. Your team will work closely with clients for design deliverables and producing construction documents for the installation of complex manufacturing tools and facilities infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and layout for piping, equipment layout, and tools in complex industrial facilities
• Retrofit of existing building systems to accommodate tool installation
• Engineering calculations, equipment and component sizing, selection, and specification
• Support during construction and integration into the factory
• Design and oversight for piping and equipment related to water, wastewater, process chemicals, and gases
• Collaborate with clients to produce construction documents for complex manufacturing tools and facilities infrastructure

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• At least 1 year of practical application of chemical/mechanical facilities engineering experience, including ultrapure water, chemical distribution, gas distribution, process piping, exhaust, plumbing, waste drains, pumps, tank storage/design, and related chemical/mechanical facilities systems
• At least 1 year of design project delivery processes experience
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working with complex semiconductor manufacturing tools, either their manufacture, installation, or use in cleanrooms
• At least 1 year of field experience
• Proficient working knowledge of AutoCAD software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Forward-thinking, eager to learn best practices and contribute with innovative ideas
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base
• Passion for buildings and construction
• EIT certification

Other Requirements

• This is primarily a local on-site hybrid capable position in Boise, Idaho
• Position requires field visits and walks at an active client site in various stages of construction
• Applicants must be able to walk long distances, sit and stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, twist, crawl, climb ladders, work on catwalks, work in small spaces, lift and carry up to 25lbs
• Applicant must complete background check, drug screen, and be fully authorized to work for any client in the United States (Jacobs will not sponsor or continue a visa for this position)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase option at a discount
• Deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan (for eligible employees)
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave
• Additional rewards for certain roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $80,000.00 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.

Job posted on January 26, 2026.