Mechanical Field Engineer (Spartanburg Data Center)

About the role

This role is on-site in Spartanburg, SC. Your impact As a field mechanical engineer, you will work on projects that enable the heart of our client’s data center site. You and other team members will work closely with client owners in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. In this role you will collaborate with on-site personnel to support projects of varying size and complexity including assessment of systems, consulting system owners and analyzing scope requests from stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing vendor submittal packages against client requirements and specifications
• Interacting with subcontractors and construction personnel
• Performing field inspections and audits to verify compliance with contract documents, construction drawings, industry standards, and safety regulations
• Reviewing and interpreting project specifications, drawings, RFI’s, and submittals to ensure adherence to quality requirements
• Tracking and documenting non-conformance reports (NCRs) and overseeing corrective actions to resolve quality issues
• Collaborating with contractors, subcontractors, and project teams to enforce quality standards and resolve issues
• Overseeing and inspecting construction activities to verify workmanship, alignment, and adherence to project requirements
• Supporting pre-installation meetings, punch lists, and final inspections to ensure project milestones are met
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations, and industry best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from ABET accredited university
• At least 3 years of practical application of mechanical facilities design engineering, including HVAC, hydronics, process piping, exhaust, plumbing, and related mechanical facilities systems
• 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
• Solid knowledge and application of building codes and other related standards (ASHRAE, ASME, etc.)
• Solid knowledge in practice and procedures for specifications and selection of all types of mechanical equipment and components
• Proficient working knowledge of design software, such as AutoCAD, Revit and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas
• Passionate about buildings and construction
• Experience working on site or as a facility engineer
• Experience coordinating work packages with contractors/subcontractors

Qualifications

• EIT or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
• Working knowledge of design-related deliverables, such as P&IDs, PFDs, Details, and Equipment Plans, etc.
• Experience with industry-standard HVAC load and energy modeling software such as Carrier HAP, Trane Trace 700, or Trane Trace 3D
• Experience coordinating work packages with contractors/subcontractors

Skills

• Curiosity
• Talent for multi-tasking and collaboration
• Extreme organizational skills

Benefits

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.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $69,500.00 to $121,500.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Position requires field visits and walks at an active client site in various stages of construction. Applicant 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.

Physical Requirements

Position requires field visits and walks at an active client site in various stages of construction. Applicant 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.

Other Requirements

• Location: This is an on-site position requiring work to be performed on the client site in Spartanburg, SC.
• If applicant is not located in the region, relocation assistance may be available.
• Candidate will be required to be on site Monday-Friday during normal business hours – nominally 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Authorized to Work

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 June 18, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.