Process-Mechanical Engineer

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About the role

We are looking for a driven and curious Process-Mechanical Engineer to work on water/wastewater projects locally in the Northwest and across the United States. As a Process-Mechanical Engineer, you will join a core group of water/wastewater and mechanical engineers and designers on studies, designs, and field assignments to deliver innovative solutions to challenging technical problems that our clients face. Your assignments will focus on water/wastewater projects but may also include broader process-mechanical engagements.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation of pumping, treatment, and process options to determine the best approaches to solve client challenges
• Ability to understand and communicate complex problems and solutions with clients
• Planning and design for full-scale pumping, treatment systems, and treatment plant improvements for construction
• Development of facility layouts and process & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
• Development of construction documents, including drawings and specifications
• Evaluation and selection of process equipment, pumping systems, pipe materials, and valves
• Data analysis and computer modeling
• Technical report writing
• Bidding and permitting services support
• Construction services support
• Field inspection of treatment/mechanical equipment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or related engineering discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive process mechanical engineering and project delivery experience with water, wastewater and/or industrial treatment, including planning, evaluations, and design
• Educational emphasis and a strong interest in treatment and/or mechanical system design and operation
• Self-motivation, team-oriented work practices, strong data analysis skills, technical problem-solving ability, organizational skills, and the ability to effectively multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient skills with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in civil, mechanical, or related engineering discipline
• 10 or more years of direct experience in municipal wastewater treatment or process mechanical for water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations and conveyance systems experience
• Hydraulic modeling skills (e.g. Fathom, Pipe-Flo)
• Construction or facility operations experience
• Active in relevant professional organizations
• Experience working and leading project teams and/or managing projects
• Experience working and communicating directly with clients

Benefits

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

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $102,900.00 to $160,800.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.

Job posted on June 26, 2026.